Today, we continue our journey through the Bible with today’s study of Ecclesiastes. May God show us what He wants us to learn? “May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock, and my Redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 As we study the Bible alone or… Continue reading The Study of Ecclesiastes
Tag: grace
Lost Blooms Are Not Lost Growth
Perhaps the only downside to Autumn for me is fewer blooms in my garden. Small groups of summer blooms linger until the first hard frost; mums and Autumn Joy pop up here and there, but by and large, the profuse color of spring and summer has ceased. But lost blooms are not lost growth! While… Continue reading Lost Blooms Are Not Lost Growth
His incomparable riches of grace, plus recommendations for books on grace
By Elizabeth Prata Scroll to bottom after photo for mini-library suggestions of books on grace. What are these incomparable riches of God’s grace? First, Christ Jesus. “But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with… Continue reading His incomparable riches of grace, plus recommendations for books on grace
Amazing Grace, so amazing
By Elizabeth Prata My favorite doctrines are Grace, followed by Providence. Grace that is extended by our loving God is shocking and amazing and wonderful. I was saved later in life and I remember what it felt like to live a sinful life in rebellion against God. It was confusing and upsetting, most of the… Continue reading Amazing Grace, so amazing
The Doctrine of Salvation — House of David Ministries
The word “salvation” in Greek, Soteriology, is derived from two Greek words, Soteria, meaning salvation, and logos, meaning “word, discourse, or doctrine.”[i] Having studied the infinite holy nature of God and the fallen, depraved nature of man, only God could bridge the gap between Himself and His creation. As Jesus said, “With men this is impossible, but with God all… Continue reading The Doctrine of Salvation — House of David Ministries
Exhausting Grace: An Eye for An Eye
Exhausting Grace: An Eye for An Eye “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for an eye, and tooth for tooth.’ But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. And if anyone wants to sue you and take… Continue reading Exhausting Grace: An Eye for An Eye
Finding Grace in Suffering (Exodus 15:22-27)
Despite the abundance of material wealth and goods we have in America, discontentment is a major temptation for God’s people. We know we should be thankful, but we can’t seem to shake the temptation to want things to be more comfortable, less difficult, and better suited to our desires. Grumbling is so common in America,… Continue reading Finding Grace in Suffering (Exodus 15:22-27)
I Just Need Possible — Nicole O’Meara
After she spent an hour throwing shakas with kids, she stood before a large audience to share her story of faith and perseverance. “I don’t need easy, I just need possible,” she said. For Bethany Hamilton, world-class surfer and shark-attack survivor, those hope-filled words are empowering. They helped her learn to do everyday activities with just one… Continue reading I Just Need Possible — Nicole O’Meara
There is More Than This
How much effort does it take to “hope”? Hoping for a life that is better than your current one. I think most don’t say, “I hope I …” but instead, they say, “I wish I …”. Hope definition is – to cherish a desire with anticipation: to want something to happen or be true Wish definition is –… Continue reading There is More Than This
HOLD ON!
The clock ticks and it seems the day will never end. Other days time passes far too quickly and we wish we could redeem the time… To the young mother that’s sleep deprived, overwhelmed, or frustrated: HOLD ON–treasure the time with your babies. God has given you a precious gift. To the young family that… Continue reading HOLD ON!