Congruence ∙∙∙

Congruence ∙∙∙ The sins of some men are quite evident, going before them to judgment; for others, their sins follow after. – 1 Timothy 5:24 Luke 6:39-45 And He also spoke a parable to them: “A blind man cannot guide a blind man, can he? Will they not both fall into a pit?” “A pupilContinue reading “Congruence ∙∙∙”

Poetry of Grace ∙

Poetry of Grace ∙ For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. – Ephesians 2:10 Ephesians 2:6-10 For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms becauseContinue reading “Poetry of Grace ∙”

The Shepherd’s Care and Promises

Good Shepherd – Dumb Sheep ∙∙ He will feed his flock like a shepherd. He will carry the lambs in his arms, holding them close to his heart. – Isaiah 40:11 Ezekiel 34:11-16 For this is what the Sovereign LORD says: I myself will search and find my sheep. As a shepherd cares for hisContinue reading “The Shepherd’s Care and Promises”

Our Deepest Longings ∙∙

Our Deepest Longings ∙∙ The Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the SpiritContinue reading “Our Deepest Longings ∙∙”

Do You Remember Your First Real Christmas? ∙∙

Do You Remember Your First Real Christmas? ∙∙ You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. – John 8:32 Isaiah 9:2 The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine. A Life-Changing Encounter at UCLAContinue reading “Do You Remember Your First Real Christmas? ∙∙”

Caring Providers ∙

Caring Providers ∙ Casting all your worries and cares on God, for he cares about you. – 1 Peter 5:7 Isaiah 9:6 For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us, and the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Continue reading “Caring Providers ∙”

We’ve All Been Shot ∙∙

We’ve All Been Shot ∙∙ As it is written: “None is righteous, no, not one” – Romans 3:10 Romans 3:10-12 No one is righteous, not even one. No one is truly wise; no one is seeking God. All have turned away; all have become useless. No one does good, not a single one. Black HawkContinue reading “We’ve All Been Shot ∙∙”

Are You Listening? ∙∙∙

Are You Listening? ∙∙∙ Hear, O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD is one! – Deuteronomy 6:4 Mark 12:28-34 “One of the teachers of religious law was standing there listening to the debate. He realized that Jesus had answered well, so he asked, ‘Of all the commandments, which is the most important?’ JesusContinue reading “Are You Listening? ∙∙∙”

Satiety ∙∙

Satiety ∙∙ For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. – Romans 3:23   Romans 3:24-25: Yet God, with undeserved kindness, declares that we are righteous. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins. For God presented Jesus as the propitiation for sin.Continue reading “Satiety ∙∙”

Compassionate Provision ∙∙

Compassionate Provision ∙∙ They do not need to go away; you give them something to eat! Matthew 14:16 John 6:1-13 After this, Jesus crossed over to the far side of the Sea of Galilee. A huge crowd kept following him wherever he went, because they saw his miraculous signs as he healed the sick. ThenContinue reading “Compassionate Provision ∙∙”