Jonah the Reluctant Prophet ∙∙ As my life was slipping away, I remembered the LORD. And my earnest prayer went out to you in your holy Temple. – Jonah 2:7 Jonah 2:1-10 1 Then Jonah prayed to the LORD his God from inside the fish. 2 He said, I cried out to the LORD inContinue reading “Jonah the Reluctant Prophet ∙∙”
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Jonah – A Great Fish Story ∙∙
Jonah – A Great Fish Story ∙∙ For as Jonah was in the belly of the great fish for three days and three nights, so will the Son of Man be in the heart of the earth for three days and three nights. – Matthew 12:40 Jonah 1:3-17 But Jonah got up and went inContinue reading “Jonah – A Great Fish Story ∙∙”
The Value of Weakness ∙∙
The Value of Weakness ∙∙ My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness. Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. – 2 Corinthians 12:9 Philippians 4:11-13 11 I have learned how to be content with whatever I have.Continue reading “The Value of Weakness ∙∙”
The Midwife of the New Testament ∙
The Midwife of the New Testament ∙ But you must remain faithful to the things you have been taught. You know they are true because you can trust those who taught you. You have been taught the holy Scriptures from childhood, and they have given you the wisdom to receive the salvation that comes byContinue reading “The Midwife of the New Testament ∙”
Going Forward on Your Knees ∙∙
Going Forward on Your Knees ∙∙ I will go before you and make the rough places smooth. I will smash down the gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron. – Isaiah 45:2 Nehemiah 1:3-11: “Things are not going well for those who returned to the province of Judah. They are in great troubleContinue reading “Going Forward on Your Knees ∙∙”
His Way ∙∙
His Way ∙∙ Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. – Proverbs 3:5 Luke 22:39-45 Then, accompanied by the disciples, Jesus left the upstairs room and went as usual to the Mount of Olives. There he told them, “Pray that you will not give in toContinue reading “His Way ∙∙”
Acknowledge Christ as Lord in Your Hearts
Acknowledge Christ as Lord in Your Hearts Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, and always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope you possess. Do it with gentleness and respect. – 1 Peter 3:15 1 Peter 3:8-16 Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize withContinue reading “Acknowledge Christ as Lord in Your Hearts”
Who Looks After Us?
Who Looks After Us? Thereafter, Hagar used another name to refer to the LORD, who had spoken to her. She said, “You are the God who sees me.” She also said, “Have I truly seen the One who sees me?” – Genesis 16:13 Genesis 16:7-14 The angel of the LORD found Hagar beside a springContinue reading “Who Looks After Us?”
Choose wisely ∙∙
Choose wisely ∙∙ I am counting on the LORD; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in his word. – Psalms 130:5 Micah 7:1-7 How miserable I am! I feel like the fruit picker after the harvest who can find nothing to eat. Not a cluster of grapes or a singleContinue reading “Choose wisely ∙∙”
Waiting for the answer ∙∙
Waiting for the answer ∙∙ The king asked, “Well, how can I help you?” With a prayer to the God of heaven, I replied, “If it please the king, and if you are pleased with me, your servant, send me to Judah to rebuild the city where my ancestors are buried.” – Nehemiah 2:4-5 NehemiahContinue reading “Waiting for the answer ∙∙”
