Paul said that he was compelled by the Spirit to go to Jerusalem, not knowing what would happen to him there. He said, “I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is … Continue reading Fully Ready
Inspirational
Paradigm Shift
Sunday, July 12, 2015, 8:00 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song, “Broken and Contrite.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Hebrews 10:19-31 (NASB). What it Means As I was getting ready to sit down to write up what the Lord was teaching me from his word today, he … Continue reading Paradigm Shift
His Loving Arms
5/31/11: I was babysitting my one year old grandson at his house yesterday. He had a stuffed toy musical turtle that played notes when you pressed on the squares, with notes pictured on the squares. So, I began playing notes for my grandson when this tune began to form. So, I recorded it from the … Continue reading His Loving Arms
Press on to Maturity
Saturday, July 11, 2015, 6:33 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song, “Oh, To Be Like Thee.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Hebrews 5:11-6:12 (NASB). The Elementary Principles (5:11-14) Concerning him we have much to say, and it is hard to explain, since you have become dull of … Continue reading Press on to Maturity
My Heart’s Desire
Paul said his heart’s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites (his own people) was that they may be saved. I concur with him, in that is my desire, as well, for my family members, friends, neighbors and the people of this world to come to know Christ Jesus as Lord and as Savior … Continue reading My Heart’s Desire
Learning Obedience
Friday, July 10, 2015, 4:28 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song, “Broken and Contrite.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Hebrews 5:1-10 (NASB). He Deals Gently (vv. 1-4) For every high priest taken from among men is appointed on behalf of men in things pertaining to God, in … Continue reading Learning Obedience
Open My Heart
This song begins with a prayer from someone who is asking God to open his or her heart to receive God’s truth and to make him or her a servant, pure within. This individual has been drawn to Jesus by the Father, and has responded to that call. He or she desires to please God, … Continue reading Open My Heart
Be Diligent
Thursday, July 9, 2015, 1:53 a.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song, “Broken and Contrite.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Hebrews 3-4 (NASB). Holy Brethren (chapter 3 summary) The writer of Hebrews addressed these thoughts to “holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling.” In other words, he wrote … Continue reading Be Diligent
My Prayer
When we accept God’s invitation to his great salvation by his grace, through faith in Jesus Christ, who died on the cross for our sins, he indwells us with his Holy Spirit. We now have the Spirit of God within us leading, guiding, counseling, helping and directing us in the ways of the Lord and … Continue reading My Prayer
By the Grace of God
Tuesday, July 7, 2015, 5:55 p.m. – The Lord Jesus put in mind the song, “Worthy is the Lamb.” Speak, Lord, your words to my heart. I read Hebrews 2:5-18 (NASB). With Glory and Honor (vv. 5-8) For He did not subject to angels the world to come, concerning which we are speaking. But one … Continue reading By the Grace of God