In many nations in the world today; In parts of Asia and the Middle East, It’s considered a crime to follow Jesus; Christians cannot live in peace. Some communists, Hindus, and Muslims Hate the Christian Way. They don’t want Christians in their land; A sad state of the world… Continue reading Follow Jesus Till The End
Month: June 2022
What Does The Bible Say About Encouraging Others?
When we listen to someone’s difficult situation, we may also feel burdened. It’s difficult to encourage others with our own power. When the Holy Spirit is with us, we can encourage others. We shouldn’t have a mindset of indifference even if we cannot provide any help or solution. Have the heart of listening and understanding… Continue reading What Does The Bible Say About Encouraging Others?
A Parent’s Prayer
Dear God, You’ve chosen me to cherish and nurture these precious children of Yours. You’ve entrusted them to my care. It is an unspeakable blessing and fearful responsibility to bring them up in Your love and teach them to know Your ways. I want to be a good parent, but I need Your help. Give… Continue reading A Parent’s Prayer
God’s Standard of Judgment
Matthew 25: 31-46 This is the last parable about judgment. Judgment is inevitable to come. Are we living our daily life with the awareness of it? Judgment is like a shepherd separating his sheep from goats. This is a parable based on an agricultural background that Israelites could readily understand. Sheep and goats differ… Continue reading God’s Standard of Judgment
What Does The Bible Say About Bearing False Witness?
When confronted by power, visible profit and love, people sometimes commit a sin and stand for falsity. In the Bible, bearing ‘false witness’ is included among the seven things that God detests. When small lies add up , we become less sensitive and numb to sin, and this results in greater sin. We must not be dull toward… Continue reading What Does The Bible Say About Bearing False Witness?
Prayer for the Sick
Dear Heavenly Father, Your faithful Word (James 5:15) says the prayer of faith shall heal the sick. We ask you today to heal us from every sickness, disease and illness. Please touch us with Your healing hand and give us the comfort and peace to get through. In Jesus’ name, Amen. By Bible Portal Staff… Continue reading Prayer for the Sick
The Spirit Is A Gift
If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 Continuing our daily bread reflection on the Lord Holy Spirit, today, we look at the goodness and generosity of our Abba,… Continue reading The Spirit Is A Gift
What are the different names of God and what do they mean?
Each of the many names of God describes a different aspect of His many-faceted character. Here are some of the better-known names of God in the Bible: EL, ELOAH: God “mighty, strong, prominent” (Nehemiah 9:17; Psalms 139:19) – etymologically, El appears to mean “power,” as in “I have the power to harm you” (Genesis 31:29).… Continue reading What are the different names of God and what do they mean?
What Does The Bible Say About Kindness?
God’s Loving-Kindness Consider therefore the kindness and sternness of God: sternness to those who fell, but kindness to you, provided that you continue in his kindness. Otherwise, you also will be cut off. – Romans 11:22 NIV But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous… Continue reading What Does The Bible Say About Kindness?
Prayer for Discernment
Lord, help me make wise choices today. Give me insight to discern good and evil and choose according to Your will. I desire Your truth, wherein great wisdom can be found. May I seek You more and more. In Jesus’ name, Amen. For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged… Continue reading Prayer for Discernment