At this time in my life, as I get ready to move, and try to sort through the accumulations of 22 years living in one house, I’m reminded of the…
Category: Meditations
An interesting graphic about giving
The generous will themselves be blessed. (Proverbs 22:9 NIV2011) Are those who tithe better off financially? How much people choose to give to charity is a very personal question. Certainly no one…
A devotional for Christmases that are not the same as those in the past
Here is a very thoughtful and personally touching devotion for everyone facing Christmas in different or difficult circumstances this year. It comes from the insightful mind of Shirley Mullen, President of Houghton…
In the Name of Jesus
Texts: Heb. 10:19-25; John 16:23-28 Key Question: What does it mean to pray in the name of Jesus? Intro Nothing is more common among us as evangelical Christians than to hear us…
Help in Seeking God – How We Approach the Bible
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path. (Psalm 119:105 NIV) As we attempt to seek God, the most essential link is the Bible. It is…
The simplest and most compelling reason for seeking God
Here are two sections by E. Stanley Jones from a daily devotional book I highly recommend. I have followed them with my own conclusion. Truly you are a God who hides himself,…
Encouragements for Seeking God – Reaching for Higher Thoughts and Ways
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways…
Encouragements For Seeking God — We Need Jesus’ Companionship
A classic devotional from Charles Spurgeon on why we need to spend time with God “Abide in Me.” John 15:4 Communion with Christ is a certain cure for every ill. Whether…
Praying Always (Eph. 6:18)
This was a real encouragement for prayer taken from the devotional in my computer Bible software for last Saturday. I just haven’t had a chance to blog it until today. “Praying always.” —…