“Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” (Matthew 26:41 NIV) At the most weakest moment in His life, Jesus chose to watch and pray. Knowing what soon awaited Him, He told His close friends to do what He was about to doContinue reading “Keep Pushing”
Category Archives: Prayer
A Round Trip
I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. (John 17:11 NIV) Jesus lived His time on earth knowing that it was a round trip, one that would cost Him dearly. He would soon return to Heaven, where He had come from (John 3:13).Continue reading “A Round Trip”
God is With Us
Suddenly a windstorm struck the lake. Waves started splashing into the boat, and it was about to sink. Jesus was in the back of the boat with his head on a pillow, and he was asleep. (Mark 4:37-38 CEV) One of the keys to living a life of victory is believing and knowing that GodContinue reading “God is With Us”
Maranatha!
He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus. (Revelation 22:20 NIV) After witnessing the apocalypse, the apostle John longed for that day and prayed, “Amen. Come, Lord Jesus,” and this has been the believer’s prayer ever since. It’s the desire of every follower of Christ to beContinue reading “Maranatha!”
A Person of Few Words
It makes a lot of sense to be a person of few words. (Proverbs 17:27 CEV) I remember completing an application form that was limited to a specific word count. I had to write about an important experience, using as few words as possible. It was hard to be succinct and still share my experience,Continue reading “A Person of Few Words”
Are You Listening?
The LORD came and stood there, calling as at the other times, “Samuel! Samuel!” Then Samuel said, “Speak, for your servant is listening.” (1 Samuel 3:10 NIV) We like to do most of the talking. That’s why many of us struggle to hear from God. When Samuel learned to pray, “Speak, for your servant isContinue reading “Are You Listening?”
Coffee Dates With Marlene
There are friends who are friends, and there is a friend that is closer than a brother. (Proverbs 18:24 ABIPE) I’ve been blessed with many good friends over the years, but there’s only one that I’ve stayed in touch with, or who has rather, stayed in touch with me – Marlene. We’ve been good friendsContinue reading “Coffee Dates With Marlene”
First Priority
Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. (Matthew 6:33 NLT) I’ve learned that putting God first makes everything else fall into place. Spending time with Him before moving on to the rest of the day’s activities gives me more than enough time toContinue reading “First Priority”
By the Grace of God
But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect. (1 Corinthians 15:10 NIV) As I reflect on my own life, I, too, must admit that it’s by the grace of God that I am what I am today and that His grace to meContinue reading “By the Grace of God”
He’ll Always Be There
Come close to God, and God will come close to you. (James 4:8 NLT) What has been keeping you away from God lately? No matter what it is, be assured that if you call on Him today, you’ll find Him. The Bible promises that if we come near to Him, He’ll come near to us.Continue reading “He’ll Always Be There”
Rising with the Son 