Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. (2 Corinthians 3:17 NIV I was rereading parts of Samson’s story and kept coming across this line, “The Spirit of the Lord came powerfully upon him.” As you remember, Samson’s parents were visited by an angel who announced that Samson was to be aContinue Reading
Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways.(Psalm 119:37 ESV) Oh be careful, little eyes, what you seeOh be careful, little eyes, what you seeFor the Father up above is looking down in love,Oh be careful, little eyes, what you see This wasContinue Reading
For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. (Ephesians 2:10 NIV) I have been working my way through the story of Samson in Judges 13-16. If you only know the children’s Sunday School version of his story you know heContinue Reading
Yet through his powerful declaration of acquittal, God freely gives away his righteousness. His gift of love and favor now cascades over us, all because Jesus, the Anointed One, has liberated us from the guilt, punishment, and power of sin! (Romans 3:24 TPT) Water is an interesting substance. We must have a certainContinue Reading
Have you ever had a spiritual “mountaintop” experience? At the time you were probably overwhelmed by the presence of God, knowing completely his goodness, love, grace, peace, direction, wisdom, or whatever else you were seeking. You probably wanted to stay there, immersed in that moment and it’s feelings and wonder.Continue Reading
[Today one of our sons begins his semester studying abroad in Ireland. My mama heart misses him already (and he left only yesterday!) but I found these words I’d written a few years ago a good reminder to me today. Perhaps you, too, need the reminder to take everything andContinue Reading
[Adapted from Jan. 7, 2022 post] Loving God, Father, thank You that You love Your dwelling place—Your people—and that by Your Spirit You have chosen to make Your home within us. Thank You that Your love extends to every nation, tribe, people, and language. You pursue all people, regardless ofContinue Reading
Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. (Romans 5:5 NKJV) Is there something you really need or want from God? Do you have unsaved family members? A child or grandchild needing aContinue Reading
Hear us O Shepherd of Israel, You who lead Joseph like a flock;You who sit enthroned above the cherubim [of the ark of the covenant], shine forth!Before Ephraim and Benjamin and Manasseh, stir up Your power and come to save us! Restore us, O God; Cause Your face to shine onContinue Reading
Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth.Serve the Lord with fear and celebrate his rule with trembling.(Psalm 2:10-11 NIV) God of the Nations, Thank you for your sovereignty over this nation and the world. Even when we don’t see it, we know you are working things outContinue Reading