Mercy is defined as not getting what you deserve. We have all needed and appreciated it at one time or another. Generally, what preceded it was something that required justice, a punishment for what we deserved. One such story is found in John 8:2-11: Now early in the morning He came again into the temple, and … Continue reading Mercy at Church
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A Hero Named Dalo
This photo and article clip was featured in the Voice Of The Martyrs magazine. I wonder, could most ADULT Christians be this spiritually mature when faced with hardship? Someone taught this little boy well...and he listened. “One of our brothers affected by this [Nigerian] attack with 8-year-old was Dalo. Everyone in his family was killed … Continue reading A Hero Named Dalo
Isaiah and The List
It’s easy for us to categorize Scripture to work for only one area of our lives. We say “my God shall supply all my needs” for paying our mortgage, but not for buying weekly groceries. We say “no plague shall come near our dwelling” when it comes to some exotic virus, but forget to apply … Continue reading Isaiah and The List
Grow
Problems do not help us grow. It's our response to the problem that causes growth. One person may reject God in the middle of their distress, while another person may seek God and trust Him. While both people may be going through the same problem, one will fail and one will succeed. It's all determined … Continue reading Grow
Good People, Faith People
Just like we're not saved by our "good works," we are not healed or blessed in any other way by those works. We cannot earn our covenant blessings purchased on the cross. Though being a "good person" is commendable and needful, God is only moved by our faith! Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is … Continue reading Good People, Faith People
Counsellor
Do you need counseling? One of Jesus' titles is "Counsellor." He, coupled with our Helper, the Holy Spirit, will give us all the advice we could ever need. He will not steer us wrong or make us feel inferior. He will give us insight into things only He can see, empowering us to come out … Continue reading Counsellor