People were concerned about the “end of the age,” when the world would be no more. Jesus gave them some hints to watch for, but His main concern was their faithfulness to the end. I can’t let false doctrines and ever-changing societal norms or world events lead me from holding…
This world is hung up on the exterior. Endless products are sold to make us thinner, stronger, prettier. The clothing industry convinces us that their individual brands will make us stand out from the crowd. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to look nice, but where’s the focus on the heart?…
Humility…the sincere and honest recognition that HE (not I) is in control. Humility…seeing others the way He does—as precious souls in need of a Savior. Humility…realizing that without Him, my life is empty. May I be more like Jesus, the Humble Servant, whose every deed pointed to the Father.
Ouch. Self-eval time… Why do I do what I do? Am I looking for man’s pats on the back, or am I sincerely seeking to serve the One who called me to the task? Man’s accolades are nice, but they quickly fade. What’s done for Him makes an eternal impact.…
HYMN DAY! “I Surrender All” by Judson W. Van De Venter was published in 1896 and, now in 2022, stirs my heart. Have I surrendered all? Do I live to serve Him instead of self? Do others see Him in the way I conduct myself and hear Him in the…
Knowing His word is important. Knowing when to speak His word is important. But even more important is establishing the habit of following His word. Let me practice what I “preach.” It’s not enough to know…I must DO.
They wouldn’t ask Him questions because they didn’t like the answers He gave. Jesus always spoke the truth, even when it was uncomfortable for His listeners to hear. He spoke the truth, because He knew anything less than the truth would not set them free. He came to SAVE, not…
Love the Lord with all my heart—the heart, where my emotions reside. Emotions are fickle, but God’s love for me is steadfast and sure; therefore, I choose to love and praise Him even when I don’t “feel” like it. Love the Lord with my soul—the soul, the eternal part of…
The Holy Spirit knocks at the heart’s door of every person at some point in life. Some open that door and receive Jesus as their personal Savior, but many keep the door tightly closed, choosing instead to serve self and ignore their need to be saved. Indeed, He calls, but…
HYMN DAY! “Take My Life and Let It Be” by Frances R. Havergal speaks words of commitment and a desire to truly be one of His followers, growing in grace and trust. 1 Take my life and let it be consecrated, Lord, to thee. Take my moments and my days;…
