Trusting God’s leading, Abram returned to the Promised Land, which is the opposite of why he went to Egypt. Earlier, there was a famine in Caanan, and without seeking the Lord, Abram determined the best course of action was to go to Egypt, where there was food. Like many of us, Abram was on a …
To do God’s plan, or my plan, is an ongoing battle for every person. Perhaps you are struggling with this today and are unsure how to follow God’s will for your life. God’s plan always leads us to a closer relationship with Him, while our plan leads us away from God. When John the Baptist …
Life is all about choices, and choosing to obey God comes from our relationship with Him. As we grow in our relationship with the Lord, our desire to follow and obey Him also grows. The Old Testament prophet Samuel reprimanded King Saul for disobedience, giving us insight into what pleases the Lord. 1 Samuel 15:22 But …
Making the best of the situation is something I struggle with, and this may be a challenge for you, also. I admire those who find themselves in difficult situations yet consider the glass half full versus half empty. I remember regularly visiting a care facility twenty-five years ago and speaking to older women. They had …
Laban’s reprehensible deception had short-term success but long-term consequences. Yes, he got both daughters married off and another seven years of labor from Jacob, but at what cost? Short-term Victory Leah appeared to be the less attractive sister. Genesis 29:17 Leah’s eyes were weak, but Rachel was beautiful in form and appearance. [1] We are unsure what Scripture …