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Our Good Intentions

“If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.” 1 Peter 4:11 The tongue is…

Used by God!

“Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it? It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and cast into his garden; and it grew, and waxed a great tree; and the fowls of the air lodged in the branches of it.” Luke…

Everlasting Peace

“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” John 14:27. Peace is sought by everyone-even those who bring discord, hatred, and violence in the world, subliminally think that they are somehow establishing…

Do You Believe?

“But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” Hebrews 11:6. Every born-again believer has a secret power, it is called prayer…when we pray, we mentally step into the spiritual realm of…

It is Well!

 “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1. It is quite easy to talk about peace, love, and happiness when things are going great, or we are having mountain top experiences; but way down deep in the valley of trials and tribulations, when things aren’t going so well or…

Divine Providence

“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:” Philippians 1:6.  Divine providence is the governance of God by which He, with wisdom and love, cares for and directs all things in the universe. The doctrine of divine providence…

God is Preparing You for Something Greater!

“But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.” 1 Corinthians 2:9. Trials and tribulations are a part of this life-and when we are going through it is often too hard to see…

Count Your Blessings!

“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:” Psalm 103:2. In the stillness of the night a lonely tear rolls down the side of your cheek, things seem dismal and unclear, and suddenly, way deep down in your soul, the memory of how God lovingly delivered, kept, and carried you through…

Ye Have Done it Unto Me

“And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have one it unto me.” Matthew 25:40. Ask any born-again believer, and they can readily tell anyone the greatest two commandments found in Word of…

Watch Your Mouth!

“Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.” James 3:10. There were many occasions as a child that I have heard these words, “watch your mouth!” they were always followed with a very stern look from my mom or dad; something that had been said…

He is Able to Do it!

“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,” Ephesians 3:20. The word able is defined as having the power, skill, means, or opportunity to do something: My seven-year-old grandson Ezail, never ceases to prove to me that he…

The Good Shepherd’s Grace

“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9.  We all carry burdens in this life…but the word of the Lord in Galatians…

Is Your Spiritual House in Order?

“And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” John 14:3. You’ve just settled in for your favorite t.v. show and a snack…the doorbell rings, you wonder who in the world is that, I’m not expecting…

The Goodness of God!

The Lord is good to all, and His tender mercies are over all His works. Psalm 145:9. God is all that is good– the word of the Lord testifies to us of His goodness: “And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God.” Mark 10:8….

Praying for Others

“I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;” 1 Timothy 2:1. We all suffer like afflictions in this life. That means that we’re all going through something. Psalm 34:19 states: “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of…

Lord, Keep Me Day by Day!

“So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” Psalm 90:12. Goals and aspirations change as we grow older, my parents would say, that we would learn to understand things better with just a few more risings and settings of the sun. Youthful dreams are more aligned with the…

Everyday is a Day of Thanksgiving!

It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord, and to sing praises unto thy name, O Most High:To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night,” Psalm 92:1-2 “Everyday is a day of thanksgiving…God’s been so good to me!” is a line from an old Gospel hymn. It…

A Very Present Help in Trouble!

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1. It is 5am in the morning in Tampa, Florida, we are on high alert to prepare for the catastrophic hurricane headed our way. The news commentators projects it to be the worst storm that has hit the Tampa Bay Area in…

Our Shield and Buckler

He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.” Psalm 91:4. To all who place their faith and trust in God to protect and guide us along life’s journey, we will never be disappointed. The Psalmist uses the metaphor of an eagle…

It is Fixed

“For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: And he is before all things, and by him all things consist.” Colossians 1:16-17. Divine providence is…