From passage in Luke 5: 1-11. What have you been doing lately that has brought you much frustration? Maybe you need to stop trying to do it on your own and let God tell you where to “fish”. Like the fishermen in the passage referenced above, we sometimes want to achieve success on our own … Read more
From Mathew 14:22-33. Why did you doubt? Jesus asked Simon Peter this question at one time. Quite often we, like the disciple, have been candidates for the same question. We could be walking in faith then suddenly there is a threatening shift and we fall apart with doubt. It is interesting to note that Jesus … Read more
Job was a faithful servant of God who experienced so much tragedy that he questioned the meaning of life. Although he never lost faith in God, he did wonder why good people were subject to as much suffering—if not more, than the wicked. In frustration and anger he cast many questions towards his Creator. Some … Read more
Everyone could do with some encouragement from time to time. These are verses from different parts of the Word of God that will remind you why you should have hope. We pray they renew your faith and strengthen you as you read. I. Surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut … Read more
From Genesis 37-47. Joseph’s story, as told in the Bible, is a beautiful illustration of how God’s purpose can be found in our pain. If we could understand that there is always a reason He allows suffering in our lives, we would be able to endure anything. Before we deal with that though, I want … Read more
From Matthew 6:21. We all have treasures, but what impact can they have on our lives and why is it so important we are mindful of what becomes valuable to us? In the first place we should know how varying these treasures can be. Treasure could be money, physical assets or valuables. We can treasure … Read more
The Biblical account of Joseph’s life is intriguing and touching. It is based on two dreams that he has. The dreams come from God and are about his future. Although we will not all have dreams of this kind, there is a divine purpose for each one of us. This purpose is God’s plan for … Read more