Going to Heaven

I heard a story of an old man who accepted Jesus when he was old. He loved reading the Bible with his reading glasses on. To everyone’s amazement, he always read only Matthew 1, which contains the laundry list of unpronounceable names until the birth of Jesus. A curious grandson asked, “Grandpa, you are so… Continue reading Going to Heaven

Do you want to be healed?

The Gospel books testify Jesus as a man of miracles who healed many from various diseases (Mark 1:34). This included curing lepers, paralytics and the blind, among others.  Various accounts of the Lord healing the sick are recorded. One unique question Jesus first asked was a seemingly ordinary but  essential question.  The man who was an… Continue reading Do you want to be healed?

Don’t Doubt God

James 1:6  “But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt…” The epistle of James is unique. Through the letter, we can see apostle James’ character. His words are strict, yet further insight reveals his humility and absolute reliance on God’s grace. James was a man of prayer. Chapter 1 talks about trials and temptation.… Continue reading Don’t Doubt God

The Sweetest Song I

This story from Greek mythology takes place on a mysterious island inhabited by a host of creatures called Sirens who are beautiful-bodied, sweet-voiced temptresses. Taking on the form of beautiful women, Sirens lured unsuspecting sailors toward shore by singing. Upon crashing into rocks hidden beneath the waves, the sailors would then be consumed by the… Continue reading The Sweetest Song I

The Beginning of Wisdom

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 Our human intellect and the ways we lived by served as our resources for everyday living. We face circumstances daily that requires our responses and we make decisions that can come with consequences, from the very words we say to the… Continue reading The Beginning of Wisdom

LOVE: the fulfillment of the law

Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor… Continue reading LOVE: the fulfillment of the law

Top Bible Verses of Encouragement

Bible Verses of Encouragement Joshua 1:9 NIV Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” 2 Timothy 1:7 NIV For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. Philippians 4:13 NIV I… Continue reading Top Bible Verses of Encouragement