Why Yearn for God? ∙ We love Him because He first loved us. – 1 John 4:19 (KJV) Psalms 19:7-10 The instructions of the LORD are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commandsContinue reading “Why Yearn for God? ∙”
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God Does Not Have Grandchildren ∙∙∙
God Does Not Have Grandchildren ∙∙∙ Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord. – Ephesians 6:4 Deuteronomy 6:5-7 You must love the LORD your God with your whole mind, your whole being, and allContinue reading “God Does Not Have Grandchildren ∙∙∙”
Making Good People Helpless Will Not Make Bad People Harmless ∙
Making Good People Helpless Will Not Make Bad People Harmless ∙ For from within, out of a person’s heart, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, wickedness, deceit, lustful desires, envy, slander, pride, and foolishness. All these vile things come from within; they are what defile you. – Mark 7:21-23 Romans 1:28-32: Since theyContinue reading “Making Good People Helpless Will Not Make Bad People Harmless ∙”
The Wonder of Calm, Gentle Self-Awareness ∙∙
The Wonder of Calm, Gentle Self-Awareness ∙∙ Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. – Matthew 11:29 Psalms 131:1-2 O LORD, my heart is not proud; my eyes are not haughty. I don’t concern myself with mattersContinue reading “The Wonder of Calm, Gentle Self-Awareness ∙∙”
The Place of Highest Honor ∙∙∙
The Place of Highest Honor ∙∙∙ God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names. – Philippians 2:9 Colossians 1:15-22 Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, for through him God createdContinue reading “The Place of Highest Honor ∙∙∙”
