The fact that nothing is impossible with God is a complex concept for us as humans to wrap our brains around. We can’t listen very well to two conversations, yet the Lord can easily listen to millions. Think of all the people praying to the Lord right now, yet they have the Lord’s complete attention. …
When we have questions for God, we may think asking Him is disrespectful. Sometimes, we don’t understand why the Lord does what He does or why things happen. Yet, God is open to answering our questions when we come in faith and respect. Hebrews 11:6 And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone …
How can we be highly favored by the Lord? Does the Lord favor me, or is that just a few people you would read about in the Bible? If you believe in Jesus as your Lord and Savior, the Lord favors you. Many Christians believe they must somehow earn the favor of God, but the …
How do we act when God’s plan intersects our lives? As you read this, you may not be aware that God has a plan for your life. I did not realize God had a plan for my life until I became more mature in faith. Psalm 139:16You saw me before I was born. Every day …
God sends angels to ordinary people, but we rarely think of this. We suppose only important people like those in the Bible receive angel visits, and we are not special enough for a visit. Angels minister to people in the invisible realm who will one day be in heaven. We may never see or beware …
When our faith is stretched, it is both exciting and scary at the same time. Has there been a time when you realized the Lord was stretching your faith? How did that affect you? How did that change your faith life? I remember a Russian mission trip that stretched my dependence on God. During this …
Have you considered how the Holy Spirit helps carry out God’s plan? The Lord has a plan for each of our lives. Ephesians 2:8 God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. 9 Salvation is not a reward for the good things we …
The fact that God hears our prayers tells us our prayers are important. The Lord hears all the cries of His children, no matter how many people are praying to Him at one time. Mark 10:27Jesus looked at them intently and said, “Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But not with God. Everything is possible with …
Have you thought about the role of angels in our lives? Although we don’t see the angels in the invisible realm, they are just as real as the invisible air we breathe. In the book of Hebrews, the Lord gives us insight into the relationship between angels and man. Hebrews 1:14 Therefore, angels are only servants—spirits …
Interceding for others through prayer is one of the greatest gifts from God we will ever receive. Perhaps as you read this, the Lord is prompting you to pray for someone. Don’t hesitate to stop and pray! We may never know on this side of eternity how our prayers made a difference in the lives …