HYMN DAY! Oh, what powerful words in this verse! They heard, they were convicted, and they wanted to change. “Since Jesus Came Into My Heart” by Rufus H. McDaniel is a joy-filled hymn of promises. (If you want to listen to it, you can go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0Eq7yK6eLU –you’ll have to…
When Jesus released His last breath, the Jews who had clamored for His death thought they’d silenced Him for good. They had no idea they’d played into God’s plan. These devout Jews should have seen the truth. They knew the Scripture. They’d been taught the prophecies. But their minds had…
Peter—the one who declared he would die for Jesus then betrayed Him by denying a relationship with Him; Peter—the one who ran into the empty tomb searching for the Lord; Peter—the bold, the brash…raised his voice and demanded attention from the crowd of people gathered on Pentecost. After denying his…
These words, spoken by Jesus, break my heart in all the best ways. When He prayed that day, He prayed for US. Yes, He prayed for His current disciples, but also for me, for you, for every person who had already confessed Him as Messiah and for every person who…
Eternal LIFE—a life free of suffering and sorrow—belongs to the one who confesses in sincerity of heart that Jesus Christ is the only Son sent by the only true God to take away the sins of the world. There are countless religions in this world, and each of them ask…
HYMN DAY! Sanford Fillmore Bennett (isn’t that a name to live up to?) wrote “In the Sweet By and By.” There’s a sweetness to the words that penetrate the soul. I hope this melody lingers in your heart with its message of hope. 1 There’s a land that is fairer…
When Jesus said, “…the hour has come,” He knew what awaited Him. He had the power to walk away, to toss aside the bitter cup, but He went to that hour with one goal: to glorify the Father. Despite His authority, He submitted to the cruel cross. And because He…
Jesus told His disciples all about the heartache that was to come, not only for Him. Yes, they as His followers would face suffering. And then He gave them words of encouragement and assurance: Be courageous! I have conquered the world! The disciples would see their Beloved One suffer and…
Shortly after my mom graduated to Heaven, I dreamed I encountered her in antique store. I was so excited! I ran up and hugged her and said, “Mom! It’s so good to see you. It’s been so long.” She said, “Yes, it’s been a thousand years.” I said, “It seems…
Have you ever experienced a “catch” in your spirit? It usually happens when we’re in the midst of decision-making or preparing to engage in a certain behavior or activity. Something inside brings us up short and asks the silent question: Is this wise? I’ve learned to heed that “catch,” because…
