Given January 1, 2009
My wife and I had a good discussion this morning. We talked about our aspirations, dreams, and goals and how they might align with God’s plans for us. We concluded, which we both already knew, that God has a plan for us, (and everyone), and we needed to submit ourselves to […]
Given December 19, 2009
We are in the middle of a giant snow storm here in Southwestern Virginia with no electricity for two days and everything that goes with that. However, we have a gas stove which provides warmpth and a cooking option and we are making it OK. I tend not to worry too much […]
Given August 2009
In chapter 12 of Exodus, we read of the night Israel left Egypt. God gave Moses some very specific instructions to pass on to the people about the course of events which were about to happen, (verses 3-11). Some of it sounded pretty crazy.
They had been slaves in Egypt for 430 years and Pharaoh […]
Given July 18, 2009
God is good! We’ve heard this phrase many times. We’ve said it ourselves many times. It is a testimony that God loves us and He does good things for us. “You are good and kind and do good; teach me Your statutes.” (AMP) Psalms 119:68. But think about when we hear or say […]
Given April 14, 2009
During morning devotions and prayer on this morning, I was praying for my pastor as I ususally do. I asked God to give him favor in what he was doing in our church. I believe God has a plan and purpose for each of us and we are to seek out what […]
Given August 2, 2008
“I will supply all your need…” Philippians 4:19a
God promises to give us everything we need. Do we have all we need? Before answering, think about the difference between what you need and what you want. When taken in that context, our needs are really pretty basic; food, shelter, clothing. We all […]
Given January 6, 2009
“Fear not, believe only.” Jesus spoke these words to the synagogue ruler Jairus when messengers brought news of his daughter’s death, Mark 5:36. He’s saying the same thing to us now. During this time of economic distress, many of us are in a position to be fearful; it’s hard to avoid. Maybe […]