A Kindhearted Kindred Spirit

A Kindhearted Kindred Spirit I have no one else of kindred spirit who will genuinely be concerned for your welfare. – Philippians 2:20 Philippians 2:20-21 I have no one else like Timothy who genuinely cares about your welfare. All the others care only for themselves and not for what matters to Jesus Christ. Kindred HeartsContinue reading “A Kindhearted Kindred Spirit”

Hidden Until the Proper Time

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

Spiritual Breathing ∙∙∙

Spiritual Breathing ∙∙∙ Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart. – Colossians 4:2 Ephesians 1:15-19 Ever since I first heard of your strong faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for God’s people everywhere, I have not stopped thanking God for you. I pray for you constantly, asking God,Continue reading “Spiritual Breathing ∙∙∙”

Channels or Terminals?

Channels or Terminals? He who believes in Me, as the Scripture said, “From his innermost being will flow rivers of living water.” – John 7:38 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 There are different kinds of spiritual gifts, but the same Spirit is the source of them all. There are different kinds of service, but we serve theContinue reading “Channels or Terminals?”

The Best Part of Wakin’ Up

The Best Part of Wakin’ Up Listen to my voice in the morning, LORD. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly. – Psalms 5:3 Psalms 92:1-8 It is good to give thanks to the LORD, to sing praises to the Most High.  It is good to proclaim your unfailing love inContinue reading “The Best Part of Wakin’ Up”

Failure to Thrive ∙∙∙

Failure to Thrive ∙∙∙ I have loved you with an everlasting love. With unfailing love I have drawn you to myself. – Jeremiah 31:3 1 John 4:16-19 We have come to know and have believed the love which God has for us. God is love, and the one who abides in love abides in God,Continue reading “Failure to Thrive ∙∙∙”

Monsters from the ID ∙∙∙

Monsters from the ID ∙∙∙ I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead – Philippians 3:13 Philippians 3:3-10                  For we who worship by the Spirit of God, we rely on what Christ Jesus has done for us. We put no confidence in human effort. I wasContinue reading “Monsters from the ID ∙∙∙”

Deluded, They Believe The Lie

Deluded, They Believe The Lie For this reason, God sends them a powerful delusion so that they will believe the lie. – 2 Thessalonians 2:11 2 Thessalonians 2:7-11 For this lawlessness is already at work secretly, and it will remain secret until the one who is holding it back steps out of the way. ThenContinue reading “Deluded, They Believe The Lie”

Guard Your Heart with All Diligence

Guard Your Heart with All Diligence Guard your heart above all else, for it is the seat of our personality. – Proverbs 4:23 Matthew 12:33-37 “A tree is identified by its fruit. If a tree is good, its fruit will be good. If a tree is bad, its fruit will be bad. How could evil menContinue reading “Guard Your Heart with All Diligence”

I Have Been and Always Shall Be Your Friend

I Have Been and Always Shall Be Your Friend A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need. – Proverbs 17:17 Proverbs 27:6: Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy. 1 Samuel 18:1: After David had finished talking with Saul, he metContinue reading “I Have Been and Always Shall Be Your Friend”