Hebrews 12:1-3 – Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who …
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What Does God Say About Unborn Children?
Yesterday was “Sanctity of Human Life” Sunday. It begs the question, “Can a follower of Jesus support abortion?” Having given birth to two beautiful daughters, and now blessed with five beautiful grandchildren, I can’t imagine anyone, whether they believe in God or acknowledge the Bible’s authority over our lives or not, supporting the killing of …
When God Swallows The Darkness
Isaiah 25:7 – And on this mountain He will swallow up the covering which is over all peoples, even the veil which is stretched over all nations. What a strong visual Isaiah gives us as he proclaims the promises of redemption that will be fulfilled centuries after him. He wrote from the perspective of Israel’s …
Forgiveness And Fear
Forgiveness and fear. What do these two words have to do with each other? They seem to be opposites, yet I find here in Psalm 130 they are somehow connected. Here is the whole psalm, just eight short verses. Out of the depths I have cried to You, Lord. Lord, hear my voice! Let Your …
Just Wait
Our Bible study group decided to interrupt our journey through 1 Corinthians for the month of January and read through a 31-day devotional taken from Andrew Murray’s book, Waiting On God. It’s been a wonderful start to the new year. As the title implies, each day’s reading focuses on an aspect of what it means …
The Way Of The Word 