Matthew 1:18 The birth of Jesus Christ came about this way: After his mother Mary had been engaged to Joseph, it was discovered before they came together that she was pregnant from the Holy Spirit. Anytime I have read the genealogy of Jesus as presented in Matthew's Gospel, my mind often goes to those names... Continue Reading →
YOUR GIFTS ARE FOR HIM
Luke 5:4 When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” Jesus' remarks to the two disciples wereLaunch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a catch. How? Using the fishing nets and the fishing skills they already knew.... Continue Reading →
GOD IS THE MASTER OF REPURPOSING
Reference text: Acts 22:3-16 Paul was a busy man. In his description of his dealings from the text today, He had received appointment letters from the high priests and elders to round up all who believed in 'the way'. He was indeed zealous about this task and was enroute to execute it when he had... Continue Reading →
WHAT YOU MAKE OF OPPORTUNITIES
Luke 6:16 Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor. Today's text describes the calling of the twelve Apostles, presenting us with a reminder of their names and Jesus' actions preceding this decision - His time in prayer with God. A question many often ask about this event is "if Jesus spent... Continue Reading →
DON’T COME TO GOD WITH YOUR ANSWERS
Mark 10:17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? When a question is repeated, one of two things is true: either the hearer did not hear and understand the question... Continue Reading →
WHO IS YOUR SOURCE?
DAY 116/366 Matthew 13:54 When he came to his hometown, he taught the people in their synagogue. They were surprised and said, “Where did he get this wisdom? Where did he get the power to work miracles? Of course those who see the results you have won't have seen the sweat and tears, the hardwork... Continue Reading →
A SKILLED MASTER BUILDER
312/365 1 Corinthians 3:10 According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. But let each one take heed how he builds on it. Whenever a building contract is being given out, even though there are different areas... Continue Reading →
IN HIS HANDS
209/365 IN HIS HANDS Jeremiah was sent today on a visit to the potter’s house to wait for a specific word from the Lord. It is interesting how that specific location was necessary for the accurate reception of the message which would be communicated. Regardless, his experience is one for keen reflection. His words in... Continue Reading →
GOD HAS HIS WAYS
79/365 GOD HAS HIS WAYS I heard it once then scrolled past it, but as I sat in silence, the words I heard re-echoed: 'You can't tell God what you want and then tell Him how to do it'. Regardless then of how familiar you are with the destination, one may not know every route... Continue Reading →