Seek the presence

Seek the presence Throughout the days of Saul, we paid no regard to it. – 1 Chronicles 13:3 1 Chronicles 13:1-4  1 David consulted with all his officials, including the generals and captains of his army.  2 Then he addressed the entire assembly of Israel as follows: “If you approve and if it is theContinue reading “Seek the presence”

We need only ask ∙

We need only ask ∙ Show me the right path, O LORD; point out the road for me to follow. – Psalms 25:4 Psalms 143:4-11   4 I am losing all hope; I am paralyzed with fear.  5 I remember the days of old. I ponder all your great works and think about what you haveContinue reading “We need only ask ∙”

Personal achievement ∙∙

Personal achievement ∙∙ In humility, value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. – Philippians 2:3-4 James 4:1-10  1 What is causing the quarrels and fights among you? Don’t they come from the evil desires at war within you?  2 You want whatContinue reading “Personal achievement ∙∙”

Controlling anger

Controlling anger Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Don’t let the sun go down while you are still angry. – Ephesians 4:26 Psalms 4:1-4  1 Answer me when I call to you, O God who declares me innocent. Free me from my troubles. Have mercy on me and hear my prayer.  2 How longContinue reading “Controlling anger”

Hidden life ∙∙

Hidden life ∙∙ When the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law – Galatians 4:4 Isaiah 35:3-10  3 With this news, strengthen those who have tired hands, and encourage those who have weak knees.  4 Say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, andContinue reading “Hidden life ∙∙”