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“And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:” 1 John 5:14. My nine year old grandson Ezail knows just how to get my attention. Often, he desires for me to get something he really wants…on one such occasion he came…

“And hearing the multitude pass by, he asked what it meant.” Luke 18:36. A certain blind man set at the wayside on the road to Jericho begging; suddenly, he heard a great commotion, Luke 18:36 state “And hearing the multitude pass by, he asked what it meant.” they told him that Jesus of Nazareth was…

“But they that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like and eagle; they shall run, and not be weary, and they shall walk, and not faint. Isaiah 40:31. Wait is an action that is defined as the ability to stay where one is or delay action until…

“I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Acts 20:35 There is a pure joy in giving to others wholeheartedly; many people give, but all giving…

“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.                              …

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6. The building is on fire, you make your way to the only open window thirty to forty feet high…but fortunately, you see the fireman and the…

“From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the same the Lord’s name is to be praised.” Psalm 113:3 Can you say this morning that you will praise the Lord in all that you go through? The scripture tells us “From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the…

“And it came to pass, before he had done speaking, that, behold, Rebekah came out, who was born to Bethuel, son of Milcah, the wife of Nahor, Abraham’s brother, with her pitcher upon her shoulder.” Genesis 24:15 When I think the necessity of being on time; my mind goes to my great-aunt Josephine Copeland. She…

“Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” Psalm 139:23-24. God knows, He cares, and He will show us the way! Have you ever been there when you said…“Lord, search my heart-help…

“Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.” 1 Peter 4:12-13.  We can suffer or undergo…

“ But the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him! Matthew 8:27. A tempest can be defined as a violent windy storm. As we weather through another hurricane off the Gulf Coast. My mind draws me to the thoughts and apprehensions faced in the midst…

“O LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth!” Psalm 8:9. There is a place way down deep in my soul, there the Holy Spirit dwells and reminds me that I am kept safe and secure by the Great I Am. All things move by His omnipotence and divine providence, and…

“A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth.” Isaiah 42:3. Imminent danger, illnesses, mental anguish, financial losses, grief, feelings of unworthiness and numerous unexpected circumstances can emerge at any time; this journey called life follows a road that is unseen to…

“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6 As a trainer for DCPS for many years, I can recall utilizing several ice breakers that established the idea of trusting in the team. One such…

“And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.” Isaiah 65:24. Prayer is our direct and intimate communication with God,  it is the doorway to all that we could ever need. When we come before His throne of grace, we must believe…

“To whom then will ye liken me, or shall I be equal? saith the Holy One.” Isaiah 40:25. Even little kids understand the concept of equality; proceed to give one three cookies and the others two, they will readily let you know that, “it’s not fair!” the other kid has more than they do, and…

“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” James 5:16. “Prayer, is a habit of attention brought to bear on all that is.” – Patricia Hampl. A habit of attention… means to focus, concentrate, and center our…

“Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.” Joshua 1:9. On my usual walk around the neighborhood, I saw and interesting sight…a gentleman was walking his dog-it appeared to be a great dane-a…

“Verily, verily, I say unto you, That ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoice: and ye shall be sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy.” John 16:20. We are living in extraordinary times. The future appears chaotic and even dark to those without hope. However, for those of us who…

“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…