Peter is one of the New Testament's greatest examples of a changed life. From a fisherman to a disciple to a betrayer to a redeemed leader of the church filled with The Holy Spirit. There is no shortage of accounts which exemplify God's grace in Peter's life. Seeing that Peter is such a beloved brother …
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Abiding in Christ Jesus
In my experience, the phrase "abide in Christ" has turned into a catchphrase of sorts. It has lost its meaning through overuse combined with a lack of depth of understanding. Too often, phrases like this in Christianity lose their meaning. We say them, but when probed with how to actually apply them or with what …
Grabbing the Hem of Christ
Think about your pursuit of Jesus Christ. How intense is it? If one were to peer into your heart, would they see a raging flame or a smoldering wick; would they see a zealous pot of boiling water or a lukewarm one? The Lord has been telling me more and more lately to be more …
Loving the Bread of God
One of the most interesting things about manna to me is that it is apparently what Angels eat/ate. "Man did eat angels' food: He sent them meat to the full." [Psa 78:25] Think of that! But even though the Israelites were being sustained on Angel's food, they murmured! Even though bread miraculously appeared every day …
Transforming the Valley
In the midst of affliction, we as Christians can thrive. We can transform the valleys of our lives into beautiful and lush places. This is only possible through The Holy Spirit, through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Notice what Psalms says, "Turn again our captivity, O LORD, as the streams in the south." [Psa …
Privileged to Bear His Name
Whether we know it or not, we are bequeathed by God a very special privilege. We are given the responsibility to bear His name, to represent His name to the people around us. It is at the same time a fearful thing and a joyous. Look at what David says in the Psalms, "Thy name, …
Gazing Upon Jesus
David was a man who fervently desired to dwell in The LORD's house. It was his chief desire. He says in Psalms 27, "One thing I have desired of The LORD, that will I seek after, that I may dwell in the house of The LORD all the days of my life, to behold the …
Perfect Love Casts out Fear
The LORD, our Father, has made us, formed us from the womb, and chosen us. We are eternally His. And He tells us in Isaiah 44:2-3 "fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jeshrun, whom I have chosen. For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: …
Receiving Richness from The Lord
God offers us abundant life. He offers to completely fill us so that we are made rich. Rich in the way a flourishing plant is green/rich/having vigor, not rich as in having wordy wealth. The LORD offers us this richness, this fatness, for free! "Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and …
Being a Soldier of Jesus Christ
There are four people in the New Testament scriptures who are specifically mentioned as being soldiers. Paul, Timothy, Epaphroditus, and Archippus. Paul gives us many instructions throughout his writings, but only a few passages are specifically linked to warfare. Let's take a look at those. 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 "For though we are walking in the …
Bright And Morning Star 