Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God (Matthew 5:9). The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance (Galatians 5:23). In the last post, I wrote regarding our position as believers, resting in the truth of knowing peace with God. The Spirit itself … Continue reading “One Failed Peacemaker and a Gracious God”
With all the voices in our head, how can one discern the voice of God? Is it possible to ever really know with certainty that “this is God’s will” in any given situation or choice we face? Granted, too often we hear people say, “God told me to do this or that!” Then, they march … Continue reading “How to Discern the Voice of God from Yours”
Hallowed: Honored as holy, revered and respected. As Jesus provided us with a blueprint on how to pray, He prayed: “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name” (Matthew 6:9). Our intimate heavenly Father, all powerful creator of heaven and earth who reigns upon His throne in heaven over all the affairs of … Continue reading “How to Really Honor God; Hallowed be Thy Name”
After focusing on God’s abounding, pursuing love, David had reached a climactic realization of how the Good Shepherd cared for him. His was a life overflowing with joy, hope and love even the harshest storms and trials of life. For God shone forth in him and through as his provider, his protector, and his victory. … Continue reading “How to Know God’s Mercy and Goodness Follows You!”
Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me (Psalm 23:3). But what is the Rod of God? Most of my life I have heard preachers speak of the rod of God being His disciplining hand. However, to understand what David means, we must consider how the shepherd uses his rod. Only then can we know … Continue reading “What is the Rod of God that Comforts Me?”
