And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the Lord and with man (1 Samuel 2:26) BSB And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. (Luke 2:52) BSB About a week ago, as I studied the Word, I found myself reading the verse inContinue reading “The Expansion of Favor”
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Increase in Love
May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else. 1 Thessalonians 3:12 (NIV) I have this mini-calendar that a friend gifted me a couple of years ago with daily Bible verses as a word of encouragement. As I stumbled on today’s verse in my waking slumber, I staredContinue reading “Increase in Love”
His Specific Word
Then Moses said to Aaron, “Tell the whole congregation of Israel, ‘Come before the LORD, for He has heard your grumbling.’ ” And as Aaron was speaking to the whole congregation of Israel, they looked toward the desert, and there in a cloud the glory of the LORD appeared. Then the LORD said to Moses, “I haveContinue reading “His Specific Word”
Inner Sanctuary
And they are to make a sanctuary for Me, so that I may dwell among them. You must make the tabernacle and design all its furnishings according to the pattern I show you. Exodus 25:8-9 (BSB) At the start of this year and to be quite honest, the end of last year, I started toContinue reading “Inner Sanctuary”
The Heart Guard
Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life. (Proverbs 4:23) BSB Not too long ago, I could feel my heart becoming more hardened by the injustice that is continually increasing. I am sure you can relate to seeing and almost feeling like the enemy is gaining ground. But then IContinue reading “The Heart Guard”
His Understanding Will Guide You
We are more discerning of the time and lead life with Him at the forefront of our mind.
Intention over Idleness
I know for me that the only way my feet can remain sure is to tap into His instruction and guidance even more
Level Up
“So, Jeremiah, if you’re worn out in this footrace with men, what makes you think you can race against horses? And if you can’t keep your wits during times of calm, what’s going to happen when troubles break loose like the Jordan in flood?” Jeremiah 12:5 MSG Have you ever complained to God about someContinue reading “Level Up”
Prioritize Patience
By your patience possess your souls (Luke 21:19) NKJV I was never one who particularly enjoyed patience. I guess that is the “go-go-go” nature within me. It was not until I was really forced to become patient a few years back after a health setback that I realized what you learn about yourself during theContinue reading “Prioritize Patience”
Mind Your Business
…But we urge you beloved, to do so more and more, to aspire to live quietly, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we directed you, so that you may behave properly toward outsiders and be dependent on no one. (1 Thessalonians 4:10-12) NRSV Aspire to lead a calm andContinue reading “Mind Your Business”
Complete Your Calling 