There is power in the name of Jesus! Before he was even born, the significance of his name was made known when the angel of The Lord proclaimed to Joseph that he should name the child Jesus "...for he will save his people from their sins." (Matthew 1:21) There is salvation in no one else! … Continue reading The name of Jesus
Month: February 2013
Gracious conviction
We know that our old sinful selves were crucified with Christ so that sin might lose its power in our lives. We are no longer slaves to sin. For when we died with Christ we were set free from the power of sin. (Romans 6:6, 7 NLT) Does this mean that we're supposed to be … Continue reading Gracious conviction
What to do with anger
These days the world is full of anger, lived out in hatred and violence. So much of this comes from our desperate desire to be in control of our lives. And when we feel we've lost control, we lash out. When we feel we've been wronged, we must avenge. So what does the Bible say … Continue reading What to do with anger
God’s amazing love
Close your eyes for a moment and recall a time when you felt an overwhelming feeling of love. Maybe it was the birth of a child (your own, a niece or nephew). Maybe it was the moment you exchanged vows with your spouse. Maybe it was when you faced losing someone close to you and … Continue reading God’s amazing love
Spiritual discernment
One thing I often pray for myself and my loved ones is that God will give us discernment and understanding. (Philippians 1:9). With all the advances in technology that have appeared even in my life time, information is at our fingertips...literally. And every viewpoint, every idea, every cause is vying for our attention. It is … Continue reading Spiritual discernment
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