"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." ~ Matt 6:33 I think sometimes we are guilty of getting things out of order of priority in our lives. We put things that should be last in first place and those things that should be … Continue reading First Things First
Fellowship
The Message of The Cross
Wednesday, May 13, 2015, 6:45 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Full Release.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 (NASB). The Power of God (vv. 18-25) For the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being … Continue reading The Message of The Cross
He Reached Down
I love my Lord God – Father, Son and Holy Spirit. He is my Rock and my salvation. Jesus gave his life as a ransom for all people so that we could be forgiven our sins and could have the hope of eternal life with God in heaven. Yet, he did not die just so … Continue reading He Reached Down
My Witnesses
“…the Lamb will overcome them because he is Lord of lords and King of kings—and with him will be his called, chosen and faithful followers” (Rev. 17:14). I know the Lord gave me the words and music for this song, so I first of all wanted to look at the phrase, “will be called,” in … Continue reading My Witnesses
Give Your All
Monday, May 11, 2015, 7:10 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “Believe Him.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Romans 12:1-2 (ESV). I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is … Continue reading Give Your All
My Heart’s Desire
Friday, May 8, 2015, 7:17 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “In That Day.” I read Romans 10 (quoting selected vv. ESV). Not According to Knowledge (quoting vv. 1-4) Brothers, my heart's desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved. For I bear them witness that … Continue reading My Heart’s Desire
How Sweet the Sound
4/24/2011: I was sitting in a waiting room at the hospital while my husband was having his leg examined. The TV in the room was blaring. All of a sudden the Lord Jesus began to put this tune into my mind, so I verbally recorded it on my cell phone until I could get home … Continue reading How Sweet the Sound
Only In Him
As Christ’s followers, we are not to be followers of humans, but followers of God. We are not supposed to turn to human beings for help, guidance, counsel and direction in place of Jesus Christ, especially while ignoring the counsel of scripture, making humans our gods. And, we are not to form alliances (yokes; partnerships) … Continue reading Only In Him
Slaves to Righteousness
Tuesday, May 5, 2015, 7:27 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song “When in The Stillness.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Romans 6 (ESV). Into His Death What shall we say then? Are we to continue in sin that grace may abound? By no means! How can we … Continue reading Slaves to Righteousness
Rest for the Weary
This song is about our eternal rest, i.e. this is about our salvation, and how it brings us into God’s eternal kingdom where we find our hope for eternal life with God. And, yet, it also speaks to our need for physical, mental and emotional rest. Jesus gives us rest when we need it. He … Continue reading Rest for the Weary
Run With It 