As he passed by, he saw a man blind from birth. And his disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” Jesus answered, “It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him. We must work … Continue reading God Has His Reasons
Christian Devotional
My times with the Lord in His Word
The Eyes of Your Hearts
“For this reason, because I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and … Continue reading The Eyes of Your Hearts
Storm Surge Pt 2
(Continued from Storm Surge Pt 1) Originally written on Saturday, October 8, 2016, 5:16 a.m. A Psalm of David, for a memorial. O Lord, rebuke me not in Your wrath,And chasten me not in Your burning anger.For Your arrows have sunk deep into me,And Your hand has pressed down on me.There is no soundness in … Continue reading Storm Surge Pt 2
Storm Surge Pt 1
Originally written on Saturday, October 8, 2016, 5:16 a.m. – The Lord Jesus, once again, put the song “For Our Nation” in my mind. This song has been strong in my mind for weeks now. I believe it is because the forces of evil are strong in this world now, and that our world and … Continue reading Storm Surge Pt 1
Open Our Blinded Eyes
Originally written on Thursday, November 10, 2016, 12:21 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Full Release.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Psalm 146 (Select vv. ESV). No Trust in Princes (vv. 3-4) "Put not your trust in princes,in a son of man, in whom there is no … Continue reading Open Our Blinded Eyes
Is Truth Your Practice?
“This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he … Continue reading Is Truth Your Practice?
Evil Plots Against the Righteous
Psalms 37:12-15 ESV “The wicked plots against the righteousand gnashes his teeth at him,but the Lord laughs at the wicked,for he sees that his day is coming. “The wicked draw the sword and bend their bowsto bring down the poor and needy,to slay those whose way is upright;their sword shall enter their own heart,and their … Continue reading Evil Plots Against the Righteous
Your Adversary the Devil
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing … Continue reading Your Adversary the Devil
Putting Self to Death
“I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” (Galatians 2:20 ESV) When we believe in Jesus Christ with … Continue reading Putting Self to Death
The Flesh or The Spirit?
“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. For the desires of the flesh are against the Spirit, and the desires of the Spirit are against the flesh, for these are opposed to each other, to keep you from doing the things you want to do. … Continue reading The Flesh or The Spirit?
Run With It 