By Elizabeth Prata Angels figure very, very prominently in the NT. People don’t really know this, or they overlook angels in the created order. At the other end of the scale, some are so preoccupied with angels they nearly fall into angel worship. Once you start studying angels, you realize how frequently they are mentioned… Continue reading Angels! Part 1 of two parts
Category: Devotionals
Giving up: Signs you should surrender to God’s plan
In life, there are moments when you find yourself tirelessly pursuing a dream, only to stumble again and again. It’s akin to pursuing a mirage. Each effort feels like grasping at fleeting shadows. In this case, you hang on to the encouraging quote, “One day, you will thank yourself for not giving up.” Yet, in… Continue reading Giving up: Signs you should surrender to God’s plan
Counting Other People’s Blessings
Blinded by Emotion There is a sort of tunnel vision that occurs when we get envious or jealous. Everything in our life darkens. Soon, our awareness of God’s blessings fades away, blurred out by a grey fog of discontent. Thankfulness is a choice. So’s envy and jealousy. When I count other people’s blessings I lose… Continue reading Counting Other People’s Blessings
Old Testament Joseph’s Heart Models Great Leadership – Ron Edmondson
Old Testament Joseph’s heart models some great leadership characteristics. Someone asked me once what I primarily look for in the hiring of a staff position. I said, without reservation, first and foremost, I look for the heart. I want a heart which honors Christ more than self, one which desires to grow and learn, and… Continue reading Old Testament Joseph’s Heart Models Great Leadership – Ron Edmondson
The Spiral of Growth
I liken the pathway of our walk with Christ to a spiral because we often revisit places we have been but from a higher perspective. If we do not recognize our upward growth we may feel like we are going around in circles but we usually aren’t (unless we are not growing of course). An… Continue reading The Spiral of Growth
Start Your Year With the Bible – Enjoying the Journey
“The entrance of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.” – Psalm 119:130 Shortly, we will begin a new year…2024! The best way to start your year is to begin with the Bible. January is a natural time to start again in your reading of Scripture. Many believers look for ideas they can implement… Continue reading Start Your Year With the Bible – Enjoying the Journey
The Divine Paradox of God’s Sovereignty and Meaningful Human Choice – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries
I once spoke to eighty college students about a sensitive theological question: “Can true Christians lose their salvation?” First, I asked them to commit themselves to a yes or no answer. I separated them, according to their answers, on opposite sides of the room, breaking them up into small groups. Next I gave everyone a… Continue reading The Divine Paradox of God’s Sovereignty and Meaningful Human Choice – Blog – Eternal Perspective Ministries
Bible Names And Meanings – Part 2 – Pursuing Intimacy With God
Bible Names And Meanings Names in the Bible are significant. Bible names and meanings demonstrated a person’s character and traits. Sometimes a name indicated what kind of life the person would have. In Part 1 of this series we listed some Bible names and meanings, from Aaron to Elijah. In Part 2 we will continue to study… Continue reading Bible Names And Meanings – Part 2 – Pursuing Intimacy With God
Coming Against One of Our Greatest Sins
It’s always struck me as funny that we set aside one day in November to focus on all that we have to be thankful for, but we follow it up the very next day with the launch of BUY, BUY, BUY! A single day set aside for thanks is immediately followed by a season of… Continue reading Coming Against One of Our Greatest Sins
God’s Will in Marriage (1st Peter 3:1-7)
Next to the vow you take to the Lord, the marriage vow is the most sacred and intimate on earth. In Scripture, the Lord’s coming is like a groom to his bride. The Lord cares about your relationship as man and wife. We are entering chapter 3 of 1st Peter, and immediately we’re given clear… Continue reading God’s Will in Marriage (1st Peter 3:1-7)