There are many that teach the Word of God. Your pastor; radio and television personalities; founders and leaders of entire "movements". In many cases, they teach similar things. Yet in other cases their messages are very different. I would imagine that most of them have good intentions. That they love The Lord, and desire to … Continue reading Students of the Word
Month: January 2013
Spirituality or righteousness
In these days of moral relativism (your truth is your truth and my truth is mine)...being "spiritual" is the new catch phrase. When someone refers to themselves as "spiritual", I wonder what they mean. Do they understand that there is only one way to heaven? ••••••••••••••••••••••• Maybe next time I hear that, I could be … Continue reading Spirituality or righteousness
Talking with God
Prayer is a conversation with God. A chat with our Heavenly Father. An opportunity to draw us closer and strengthen our relationship with him. And as with any relationship, communication is essential. Obviously the Bible talks a lot about prayer. I've heard plenty of teachings on prayer. Jesus himself gives us an example, kind of … Continue reading Talking with God
The Ultimate Sacrifice
How often do we reflect on what Jesus actually did for us? God sent his Son...literally part of himself...to earth to experience human-ness. (Immanuel, God with us. Isaiah 7:14) He was a baby...He was a boy...He was a son and a brother...He had friends...He was betrayed by friends...He experienced sadness, joy, love, anger...He was wrongfully … Continue reading The Ultimate Sacrifice
Let go and let God
"Be still, and know that I am God." - Psalms 46:10 Never stop praying. - 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Do you ever notice that even when you think you've got it all figured out - the unexpected happens? This can be especially disheartening for people that like to be in control. (I would know -- I … Continue reading Let go and let God
Mom's Devotions 