For we are brethren
... Other brethren are able to identify us and provide assistance in various ways that may go beyond our expectations. We feel a sense of belonging and gain encouragement as we share life stories of challenges ...
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Fully awake and fully alive
... Jesus enables us to be fully awake and fully alive by taking our death-causing sin.
Let me encourage you to give over to Jesus whatever is holding you back from being fully awake and fully alive, and ...
The most shameful and stigmatized death: death on the cross
... you are talked about because of these, do people encourage you to seek refuge where God would not approve? Do you feel “beaten” by these things you never asked for that wreak havoc every time, but you ...
Seeing through the dark
... seeking the Lord’s face through prayers in our tribulations, we require patience because answers may not come immediately.
The third ingredient required in seeing through the dark is courage. It is ...
The valid worry: Investing in Christ
... him for He cares (Psalm 55:22, 1 Peter 5:7). This is the foundation of our hope. It is what sustains us as believers.
As Matthew 6: 25-34 encourages us, we must not worry about life issues, instead, ...
Paradox of Prayer
... strength; in our dependence, we find provision beyond our understanding.
Therefore, let us not be discouraged by the mysteries of prayer, nor presume to grasp the intricacies of divine timing and response. ...
When we pray
“Your name, O Lord, endures forever; your fame, O Lord, is known to every generation” (NLT) Psalm 135:13
Bible reading: Psalm 134, 135 & 136
The Holy Bible encourages us to pray without ceasing ...
What do you pray for?
... lady was different. She kept the faith. She was always rejoicing and thanking God for everything that came their way. People insulted her for her faith, even the captain tried to discourage her. But she ...
Doubting the Lord's goodness
... my fears with believers, who encouraged me with God’s word (1 Thessalonians 5:11). But did God answer? Did He speak to me?
Beloved, there was no indication from God. So, I continued to wait like the ...
Before Victory Comes Defeat
... is endless.
Similarly, you may be going through some very difficult times which represents the exact opposite of what you are believing God for. I want to encourage you that that is actually the path ...
Trusting in God’s Control
... 22:1-2
If you haven’t read through Psalm 22, I strongly encourage it. This Psalm of King David is rich with prophetic language that points the reader to the crucifixion of Jesus, particularly in verses ...
There is hope!
... replied.
It's easy to get discouraged when things are going bad, but we shouldn't lose heart, because God is at work in our lives, even in the midst of pain, and suffering. Remember that the next time ...
Divine gaze
... courage from the knowledge that we are never alone, for the eyes of the Lord are ever upon us, His divine gaze, ready to strengthen and sustain us in every season of life. Amen.
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Love: our only debt
... hug, or the positive handshake you need to extend to someone? Is yours that piece of advice, encouragement, or correction somebody needs from you? Is yours that person you need to support financially or ...
Speaking with our Holy Father
... others, he had a close relationship with God. Prayer was part of his life and we are encouraged to imitate that (Ephesians 5:1).
One may ask why do I need to pray if God knows what is in my heart? It ...
The awesomeness of God
... that God showed His awesomeness. I would like to encourage you to give it a try. Before that, let us consider the various aspect of the Psalm.
The Psalm begins by expressing the sovereignty of our mighty ...
Refocusing
... in love – this is our purpose. Can you use the wisdom you have learned from God’s word to prophesy or speak to others? Can you serve? Can you teach? Can you encourage? Can you give? Can you lead? Can you ...
He is with you
"Commit your works to the Lord, And your thoughts will be established" (NKJV) Proverbs 16:3
The year is still young and I believe many of us have made countless resolutions. The resolutions could be ...
The “will never” God
... for receiving from God - her faith (Mark 5: 25-34)! And she gave it all to Jesus as she mastered the courage to touch the hem of his garment. Moses had nothing of royalty left of him except for a rod when ...
Responding to God's Wor
... in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (NIV). As you reflect on all that God has done for you physically and more importantly, spiritually, I encourage ...