Have you ever lost your patience? Have you ever prayed for patience? Then you know the value of patience. I certainly have prayed for patience and over time it has made a big difference in my life. The Apostle Paul tells us that patience is a fruit of the Spirit. Galatians 5:22But the Holy Spirit …
The Lord is our provision and where would we be without it? Provision means the act of providing. [1] What does the Bible say about provision? The provisions of God for his people are a common theme throughout scripture. From land, food, and shelter to a righteous path of salvation, God provides for those who …
If you are a believer in Jesus, you can say that the Lord is my redeemer. What does that mean? Redemption means to “buy out.” Redemption was originally used in reference to the purchase of a slave’s freedom. Jesus has purchased sinners’ freedom through His finished and sufficient work. Redemption is related to ransom, for …
Have you counted your blessings from the Lord lately? Sometimes as we go through life, we are so busy we forget about how many blessings the Lord gives us each day. When we take time to thank the Lord for His many blessings it lifts our spirits because it reveals a God who cares for …
When you think of refuge what comes to you mind? I think of a refuge as an area of protection. Refuge in a Biblical sense is defined as, “shelter or protection from danger, trouble, etc., a place of shelter, protection, or safety, anything to which one has recourse for aid, relief, or escape.” Through this, …
Why is blessing others important? Think about it. Was there a person or persons who you can recall blessed you in some way? Maybe it was an act of kindness, and encouraging word, a caring family member, mentor or teacher, etc. How did this blessing affect you? Some people may have experienced few blessings in …
Have you ever thought about having God’s favor or who has God’s favor? The first mention of anyone having God’s favor is Noah. Genesis 6:8 But Noah found favor with the Lord. [1] Favor is grace, which is God’s undeserved love. When we become believers in Jesus, we have God’s favor as His adopted children. John …
Who passed the faith on to you? Was it a parent, a friend, a teacher, or maybe a stranger you met in your life? No matter who it was, they were passing on the faith. One of my friends came to faith after someone shared the faith with him at a truck stop. The Lord …
Are you or someone you care about experiencing bitterness for something that happened in the past? If you are, the Lord would like to give you the tools to overcome bitterness and experience His joy. The trap of bitterness can have its root in abuse, broken relationships, loss of a job, loss of a loved …
Do you feel like you are stuck along your journey of life? If you do, you are not alone. It is easy to get stuck along our journey, but the good news is that you can let the Lord direct your path. He can help you move forward in a way you never dreamed of. …