Sometimes I am impatient in prayer. Sometimes I wonder why it seems to take so long for God to answer, or whether He is listening at all. But God is listening. God is sovereign. God is in control and seated on His throne. And sometimes—in His mercy—He encourages me with signs that He does indeedContinue reading “The King’s Heart. Ezra 1:1.”
Category Archives: Faith
Praise: Talk to God About His Greatness, Part 2 of 2. Job 19:25-27.
Suffering is a universal truth of life. Everyone suffers, whether rich or poor, powerful or weak. As Jesus said, “He … causes the rain to fall on the just and the unjust” Matthew 5:45. Suffering does not become easier as you get older. When it hurts, it hurts! But handling suffering becomes easier—because with experience,Continue reading “Praise: Talk to God About His Greatness, Part 2 of 2. Job 19:25-27.”
The Queen of Sheba: A Skeptic Convinced. 2 Chronicles 9:1-8.
Pictured–audio cover of a recent novel. I have not read the book but I enjoyed a different book by this author. One couple I know recently decided the earth was flat. That shocked me. Perhaps it shouldn’t have. But at the time, the odd conspiracy theory had not really caught on. I was shocked. HowContinue reading “The Queen of Sheba: A Skeptic Convinced. 2 Chronicles 9:1-8.”
FAITH CAN BE SCARY. Judges 4:22.
This coffee cup showing Jael slaying Sisera is one of over 90 portrayals of Judges 4 available from fineartamerica.com. Apparently, Jael has quietly become a hero to many. Deborah told Barak God’s message: “Attack Sisera and I will hand him over to you” Judges 4:7. But Barak was scared and said, “If you will goContinue reading “FAITH CAN BE SCARY. Judges 4:22.”
THE ROLL CALL OF THE FAITHFUL. Hebrews 11:2-38.
Are you familiar with Hebrews 11? Hebrews 11 is known as “the Faith Chapter” for its litany of people who lived by faith—people whose lives should inspire us. It is one of the great chapters of the Bible that everyone should know. It begins with a definition of faith: “the reality of what is hopedContinue reading “THE ROLL CALL OF THE FAITHFUL. Hebrews 11:2-38.”
DEPTH PERCEPTION. Romans 10:17.
Have you ever tried to play catch while wearing an eye patch? You need two eyes to see distance. You can compensate a bit by moving your head from place to place. But it’s easier and far more effective to have two good eyes. Your soul has one eye. It sees negatives: you’re lonely. You’reContinue reading “DEPTH PERCEPTION. Romans 10:17.”
DRY BONES. Romans 10:17; Ezekiel 37.
When you walk through a cattle ranch, dry bones are common—most farmers leave dead cows for the buzzards. Soon bones bleached white are the only thing left. If you happened across the dried-up, crumbling bones of an elderly bovine, would you command those bones to live? Imagine making such a request: the bones are notContinue reading “DRY BONES. Romans 10:17; Ezekiel 37.”
DO YOU EVER HAVE DOUBTS?Luke 7:20.
If you have doubts, you are not alone. Many heroes of the Bible found themselves doubting God: Abraham, Moses, and David among others. Think about John the Baptist. He was touched by God while still in the womb—he leaped inside his mother when he heard the voice of Mary nearby. His whole life was escortingContinue reading “DO YOU EVER HAVE DOUBTS?Luke 7:20.”
A PARENT’S PRAYER FOR GREATER FAITH. Mark 9:24.
One of my favorite verses on prayer has always been, “Lord, I believe; please help my unbelief.” Mark 9:24. I love this verse because the speaker tells Jesus, “Yes, I believe!” and immediately admits he is also struggling with doubt: “help my unbelief!” I love that honesty—and I think God loves it too. Have youContinue reading ” A PARENT’S PRAYER FOR GREATER FAITH. Mark 9:24.”
Is it a Leap of Faith or a LEAN of Faith?
Remember the leap of faith scene in INDIANA JONES: THE LAST CRUSADE? Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) finds himself facing a chasm no man could cross, time is running out, he checks his book of clues, and realizes what he is looking at. “It’s a leap of faith,” he says to himself. John Williams’ violins swell.Continue reading “Is it a Leap of Faith or a LEAN of Faith?”
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