“For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth.” II Chronicles 16:9. Knowing that our heavenly Father sees everything we do should motivate us to live in a way that pleases Him. And it should be a source of comfort to us because the God who sees also cares for […]
“The Lord God [is] merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abounding in goodness and truth.” Exodus 34:6. Our heavenly Father would probably say that His spiritual children – people like you and me – can be guilty of pretty exasperating behavior. We’re slow to learn. We have setbacks. We choose to break the rules. We create […]
“You have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen.” Revelation 2:4-5. Once a thriving spiritual community, the Ephesian believers diverted their attention from Christ to works done in His name. They had lost sight of what was most important in their relationship with Christ – their love for Him. Lord, help […]
“Mephibosheth…shall eat at my table like one of the king’s sons.” II Samuel 9:11. David was pleased to show kindness to Jonathan’s son. Some may have disregarded Mephibosheth because he was lame, or because he was from Saul’s household, but David’s action showed that he valued him greatly. In God’s eyes, every person is important. […]
“Remember his marvelous works which He has done.” I Chronicles 16:12. Christmas is when a mighty, all-knowing, all-powerful God wrote His name on the heart of humanity, stunning us with the generosity of forgiveness and the joy of unconditional love. The birth of Christ is the answer to our most fervent prayers for love and […]