Seasonal Devotionals
Keeping the Commandments
“If you love me, obey my commandments.” John 14:15 (NLT) Some thrive on getting awards, medals, trophies, and recognition. Keeping the commandments has nothing to do with that. Keeping the commandments has to do with a conscious, heart attitude toward God. Knowing that He exists. He is the One who is watching our life. He
God is Our Refuge
“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 (ESV) “Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.” Matthew 23:12 (ESV) Maybe you have had a situation where you are talking to someone who has no faith or belief in Jesus, and they make the statement, “I
Solitude for Fortitude
“After forty years had passed, an angel appeared to him in the wilderness of Mount Sinai, in the flame of a burning thorn bush.” Acts 7:30 (AMP) “One day Moses was tending the flock of his father-in-law, Jethro, the priest of Midian. He led the flock far into the wilderness and came to Sinai, the
God Remembers
Though some people might forget us, I am so glad that GOD does not forget us. As the scripture says: Isaiah 49:14-16 (AMP) “But Zion (Jerusalem in captivity) said, “The LORD has abandoned me, and my Lord has forgotten me.” [The LORD answered] “Can a woman forget her nursing child and have no compassion on
Love One Another
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” John 13:34 (NIV) Jesus wants the world to see His followers acting and speaking differently because of their relationship with Him. His words have a twofold purpose in this scripture. To love one another because
Hope and Faith
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1 (NKJV) In one way or another,
Just Jesus!
“…seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Matthew 6:33 (ESV) Matthew chapters 5, 6, and 7 contain a summary of the teachings and ethics of Jesus on how to live based on the law of love, even of your enemies, and not the old
Battle Fatigued or Fatigued?
FATIGUED? Maybe, but to begin with, some of us are battling fatigue. You might argue that the battles are coming at us every day. No, I’m referring to the following battles: Battles you shouldn’t be fighting to begin with. Picking the wrong battles. (A dog can whip a skunk any day, but does he/she want
An End to Gossip and False Witness
“But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken.” Matthew 12:36 (NIV) Why do people gossip? Some of the reasons are to feel superior; to get revenge; to feel like part of the group; out of jealousy; and so on. As
Time for a Sabbatical
“Look at how much encouragement you’ve found in your relationship with the Anointed One! You are filled to overflowing with his comforting love. You have experienced a deepening friendship with the Holy Spirit and have felt his tender affection and mercy. So, I’m asking you, my friends, that you be joined together in perfect unity—
Patience
“Be still in the presence of the LORD, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes.” Psalm 37:7 (NLT) One of the most difficult realities for believers is maintaining the right God attitude when we see people around us who are succeeding through
Waiting for Our When
When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly (“your then”) a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. Acts 2:1,2 Think about it. In our lives there is a “THEN” (a suddenly). While we wait what