War, politics, lies, betrayal, the murdering of innocents, our young men and women in uniform dying on a battle field via men of power; takeovers of nations, riots and lawlessness, sin abounding, the church asleep or complacent for the most part; the gospel diluted, and do we even notice? Through all that is going on … Continue reading For Our Nation
Christian Persecution Today
Revelation 6:9-11 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “9And when the Lamb opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain for the word of God and for the testimony they had upheld. 10And they cried out in a loud voice, ‘How long, O Lord, holy and true, until … Continue reading Christian Persecution Today
In Your Direction
Lead me, Lord, in Your direction,Even if it means correction.You have now my full attention,Whate’er You will choose to mention. Do I love You? Absolutely!Will I serve You? Very truly!Will I bow in full submission?Yes, Lord, as You give me vision. Do I care about the othersWho’re my sisters and my brothers?Yes, Lord, I do … Continue reading In Your Direction
Neither Cold Nor Hot
I Know Your Deeds Revelation 3:14-16 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “14To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true Witness, the Originator of God’s creation. 15I know your deeds; you are neither cold nor hot. How I wish you were one or the other! … Continue reading Neither Cold Nor Hot
Hypocritical Liars and Abusers
Revelation 3:7-9 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “7To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: “These are the words of the One who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What He opens no one can shut, and what He shuts no one can open. 8I know your deeds. Behold, I have … Continue reading Hypocritical Liars and Abusers
Not According to Expectations
At the top of her lungsShe cried out in exasperation.Nothing was working outAccording to her expectations. Life was not giving herWhat she thought life was all about.Life was giving to herWhat she had hoped that it would not. So her expectations,She learned, were not to be realized.And all that she hoped forWas now only to … Continue reading Not According to Expectations
Are You Dead or Alive?
Revelation 3:1-6 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “1To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of the One who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation for being alive, yet you are dead. 2Wake up and strengthen what remains, which … Continue reading Are You Dead or Alive?
I Asked the Lord in Prayer
Today I asked the Lord in prayerIf life on earth should not be fair,Should everyone get what’s deservedFor all they’ve done, for all they’ve served. I contemplated that in mind,In hoping that the truth I’d find.And as I gave it some deep thought,The truth of all, it surely brought. For life, you see, it isn’t … Continue reading I Asked the Lord in Prayer
To The Ones Who Overcome
She is Unwilling Revelation 2:18-21 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “18To the angel of the church in Thyatira write: These are the words of the Son of God, whose eyes are like a blazing fire and whose feet are like polished bronze. 19I know your deeds—your love, your faith, your service, your perseverance—and your latest deeds … Continue reading To The Ones Who Overcome
Then You Have True Hope
The Sharp, Double-Edged Sword Revelation 2:12 BSB (Berean Standard Bible) “12To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of the One who holds the sharp, double-edged sword.” We read this in Hebrews 4:12: “For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even … Continue reading Then You Have True Hope
No Matter What
No matter what your circumstances,You can trust in Jesus Christ.So, in all of your happenstances,Please don’t give up now to strife. I understand in life is hardship,Pain to bear as part of life.Now Jesus suffered much for freedomFrom our sin, for sin is rife. So trust Him as your Lord and Savior.Turn from sin and … Continue reading No Matter What
