“But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’” – 1 Samuel 16:7 Joseph M. Stowell […]
“But you are our Father, though Abraham does not know us or Israel acknowledge us; you, Lord, are our Father, our Redeemer from of old is your name.” – Isaiah 63:16 In the book “Reconciling All Things: A Christian Vision for Justice, Peace and Healing”, Emmanuel Katongole and Chris Rice […]
“He put them all outside.” Luke 8:54 The Bible says: ‘Someone came from the ruler of the synagogue’s house, saying to him, “Your daughter is dead” … when Jesus heard it, He answered him, saying, “Do not be afraid; only believe, and she will be made well.” When He came […]
“The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.” – Isaiah 58:11 Charing Cross is the geographical center of London, England, and the location of […]
“Let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth.” 1 John 3:18. When a multimillionaire was asked how much money it takes to be happy, he replied, ‘Just a little more.’ Now let’s assume you’re not like that, and you care about others. Why […]
“So Eli told Samuel, “Go and lie down, and if he calls you, say, ‘Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.’ ” So Samuel went and lay down in his place. The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, “Samuel! Samuel!” Then Samuel said, “Speak, for […]
“Trust in the LORD and do good; Live in the land and cultivate faithfulness.” Psalm 37:3 Sometimes when we have problems, we withdraw from normal life and spend all our time obsessing and trying to solve them. We talk about them to anyone who will listen. All this is an […]
“I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong. And may you have the power […]
Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 Anxiety is the result of excessive concern. Anxiety left unchecked can rob you of important things like confidence, joy, peace, humour, and perspective! Anxiety comes from obsessing over something; trying to figure out what happened, needing […]
“Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, for our “God is a consuming fire.” Hebrews 12:28-29 These verses remind us of the incredible gift we have received—a kingdom that cannot be shaken. In […]
‘I long for you, O God.’ Psalm 42:1 Are you having difficulty understanding God’s ways? We all struggle with that. Even though we can look back and see how His hand of blessing and guidance has been upon us, at times we still feel afraid and alone. Jesus, Himself cried, […]
“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world — our faith.” 1 John 5:4 Do you remember the opening line for that popular Sports program – ABC sports – “The thrill of victory or the agony of defeat!” One […]
“These are they that went over Jordan in the first month, when it had overflown all his banks; and they put to flight all them of the valleys, both toward the east, and toward the west.” 1 Chronicles 12:15 The above verse is about some of the Mighty Men of […]
“These are they that went over Jordan in the first month, when it had overflown all his banks; and they put to flight all them of the valleys, both toward the east, and toward the west.” 1 Chronicles 12:15 The above verse is about some of the Mighty Men of […]
“He lifts up a banner for the distant nations, he whistles for those at the ends of the earth. Here they come, swiftly and speedily! Not one of them grows tired or stumbles, not one slumbers or sleeps; not a belt is loosened at the waist, not a sandal strap […]