Now we see but a poor reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known (1 Cor. 13:12). Our faith has many layers. There is no bottom to the bucket that hold the unsearchable riches of Christ. So, even though I …
El Roi
This is one of my favorite stories in the Bible. Hagar was Sarai’s servant. Sarai (Sarah) and Abram (Abraham) had given up on God’s timing and decided they would help God with His plan for a son. Hagar was the surrogate mother. This caused Sarai to become jealous and treat Hagar badly even though the scheme was her idea. How we …
God Always Speaks
I went treasure hunting in the dark today. This is what I found: Why do you complain to Him that He answers none of man’s words? For God does speak–now one way, now another–though man may not perceive it. –Job 33:13,14 I’m always amazed when I find “new” Scriptures. Of course, they are not new. My eyes have touched them …
Higher Ground–Elyon
As Irene (the hurricane) threatens many of us on the east coast, and we find ourselves preparing and praying for discernement, safety, and wisdom, let’s remember the power of our Living God. My dear friend, Colleen, (a 79 year old saint) called me with this scripture. She told me that the Holy Spirit had urged her to tell me to …
Value Based on Desire
The misunderstandings many people have about God have led to confusion about what it means to be a person of value. We assume that our ultimate value is derived from our contributions. When we contribute to a group or individual, we expect them to value us. While we may gain recognition from our peers, the value is usually placed on …