The unexpected blessings of persecution are a gift from the Lord to His faithful children. In a world that constantly pursues comfort, acceptance, and ease, the notion of persecution sends shivers down our spines. Our natural inclination is to avoid conflict, to seek harmony, and to steer clear of anything that might bring us ridicule …
Even after the disciples argued about who was the greatest, Jesus promised them kingdom rewards. Luke 22:28 “You have stayed with me in my time of trial. 29 And just as my Father has granted me a Kingdom, I now grant you the right 30 to eat and drink at my table in my Kingdom. And you will …
Trusting the Lord brings rewards but is also challenging along our journey. When things are going well, being thankful to the Lord and His blessings is easy. What happens when life becomes difficult, and our prayers seem unanswered? God may test us through a season of difficulty. Only by looking to the Lord can we …
I am thankful that people worldwide make sacrifices to build God’s Kingdom. Will you be willing to make such a sacrifice? I believe that is something we all need to ponder. We can be Kingdom builders only in the power of God. Often small daily sacrifices that seem insignificant are important to build the Kingdom …
“Lord, remember my faithfulness” sounds self-centered, but is it really? God is all knowing and will never forget our faithfulness. However, we, as His children, need reassurance. Nehemiah was the leader that the Lord used to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem after it had been torn down by the Babylonians. Nehemiah was challenged as he …