Are you ready yet?
“And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. (Romans 5:2-4 NIV) “Are you ready yet?” Sometime in your life you’ve probably been asked this question.Continue Reading
I Heard the Bells of Peace
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” (Luke 2:14 NIV) Does it seem like this world has gone absolutely crazy? I probably don’t need to expound upon the question, “How is it crazy?” But I will say that, unlessContinue Reading
I Heard the Bells of Peace
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” (Luke 2:14 NIV) Does it seem like this world has gone absolutely crazy? I probably don’t need to expound upon the question, “How is it crazy?” But I will say that, unlessContinue Reading
What are you waiting for?
“For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.” (Habakkuk 2:3 NIV) What are you waiting for? All of us are waiting for something. The use of theContinue Reading
Splinters
Is there no balm in Gilead? Is there no physician there? Why then is there no healing for the wound of my people? (Jeremiah 8:22 NIV) Several weeks ago I bent down to pick up a coat on the floor and somehow slammed my finger intoContinue Reading
Clarity
“My child, do not let these escape from your sight: keep sound wisdom and prudence, and they will be life for your soul and adornment for your neck.” (Proverbs 3:21-22 NRSV) Yesterday after the regular worship service, our pastor invited people to come forward where he prayed a blessing overContinue Reading
Prayer for Christ’s Church
God of Love, You are the Root and the Offspring of David, the bright Morning Star. You have invited us thirsty ones to come to you and drink deeply of the free gift of the water of life – the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you that youContinue Reading
Prayer for Government Leaders
King of Kings, Lord of Lords, You are exalted, for you dwell on high, filling your people with justice and righteousness. You are the sure foundation for our times, a rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge. You are our Judge, Lawgiver, King and the One who will saveContinue Reading
Down and Out?
“For I know the plans and thoughts that I have for you,’ says the Lord, ‘plans for peace and well-being and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11-12 AMP) Yesterday was Epiphany – a day of new spiritual understandings. Yesterday was the anniversary ofContinue Reading
Psalm 87 Prayer
Loving God, Thank you that you love your home – your people – and your presence within your people. Thank you that you love all people, no matter what people group, ethnicity, or location they are from. Thank you that you love us so much you do not let usContinue Reading