The God who acts suddenly
“But suddenly, your ruthless enemies will be crushed like the finest of dust. Your many attackers will be driven away like chaff before the wind. Suddenly, in an instant, I, the LORD of Heaven’s Armies, will act for you with thunder and earthquake and great noise, with whirlwind and storm and consuming fire.” – Isaiah […]
The God of unfailing love
“I knew that you are a merciful and compassionate God, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. You are eager to turn back from destroying people.” – Jonah 4:2 What an incredible picture of who God is! Jonah, even in his frustration, declared one of the most beautiful revelations of God’s character. […]
The power of a personal encounter
“Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, was one of these men who heard what John said and then followed Jesus.” – John 1:40 There is something extraordinary about a personal encounter with Jesus. When Andrew met Him, his life was forever changed. He had been a disciple of John the Baptist, hungry for God, waiting for […]
Stirred by the Spirit
“So the Lord stirred up the spirit of Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and the spirit of Joshua son of Jozadak, the high priest, and the spirit of the whole remnant of the people. They came and began to work on the house of the Lord Almighty, their God.” Haggai 1:14 There […]
Called by name
“Listen to me, all you in distant lands! Pay attention, you who are far away! The LORD called me before my birth; from within the womb he called me by name.” – Isaiah 49:1 Before you took your first breath, before anyone even knew you existed, God had already called you! You were not […]
The righteousness of God revealed
“But now the righteousness of God apart from the law is revealed, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets.” – Romans 3:21 The Bible declares that the righteousness of God has been revealed. This is not something we have to earn or strive for with endless efforts to prove ourselves worthy. It is […]
Set your heart on things above
“Since then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” – Colossians 3:1-2 Life has a way of pulling our focus downward. Bills to pay, challenges at work, family concerns, […]
The Lord dwells among us
“Shout and be glad, Daughter Zion. For I am coming, and I will live among you, declares the Lord.” – Zechariah 2:10 What a breathtaking promise. The Almighty God, the Creator of heaven and earth, declares that He is coming not only to visit, but to dwell among His people. This is not a […]
The Lord is your defender
“See, the Sovereign LORD is on my side! Who can declare me guilty? All my enemies will be destroyed like old clothes that have been eaten by moths.” – Isaiah 50:9 Life brings battles. There are moments when you feel accused, misunderstood, or attacked. The enemy whispers lies, trying to make you believe that […]
Your season of restoration
“As for you, Jerusalem, the citadel of God’s people, your royal might and power will come back to you again. The kingship will be restored to my precious Jerusalem.” – Micah 4:8 This verse is filled with hope and promise. God was speaking to His people, who had lost their strength, their influence, and […]