Last week, in Lessons Before the Cross, Part 1, we saw that one of the very important messages Jesus teaches us just prior to going to the cross is one of humility in our trials. But there was something else heavy on Jesus' heart. He wants us to know why we must...
Last week, in Lessons Before the Cross, Part 2, we saw that because God must "approve" our trials, and we can be assured that He will never allow anything we cannot handle with His help. Before allowing us to go through them, He prepares a way out! In fact, He has...
The end of summer. The days become a little shorter and a little cooler. There is just a touch of fall in the breeze as the leaves gradually begin to turn on the deciduous trees. It is, in general, a beautiful time of year. A time when the late summer breeze calls for...
Last week, in The Serpent in the Wilderness, Part 1, we saw that the only reason the poisonous snakes hadn't always been a problem to Israel was that God was protecting them. It was their complaining against God that pushed His protection away. Today, we pick up the...
“You just wrote about fear,” a reader wrote, “but how about conquering fear and anxiety?” She’s right. Fear and anxiety are like vinegar and water. Mixed together, they clean out our serenity and wipe away our perfect peace. But can you blame us? How can we have peace...
Grace that lasts forever. We hear sermons about it. We sing songs about it. But do we truly believe it? We all know that Jesus died on the cross to give us grace. But what about when we continue to sin? When we slip up--again!--can God's grace truly be unending? You...
“How do you fight fear when you travel alone…I mean, being blind?” a woman asked me after I spoke at a retreat. “Good question,” I said. “I have to think about that.” Years ago, I traveled from Orlando to La Paz, Bolivia by myself for the first time. I prayed and...
To Him, Whose way is perfect, I give thanks. To Him, Whose Word is flawless, I give thanks. Seeking refuge, we find God to be our shield. The enemy will be subdued, and by God's power, shall yield. It is God Who arms us with His strength, whenever the battles rage and...
Satan will lead us Down a path of seduction With lusts and addictions That will cause our destruction. Drinking and gambling, Adultery and lies, Are all part of his plan To create our demise. He paints a beautiful picture Of stealing and cheating; And knowing,...
Once, there were three crosses, standing upon a hill. The earth had grown dark; he winds began to shrill. In the center of the crosses, was Jesus Christ, our Lord. His love had reached many, and ears had heard His Word. But, even though they listened, the Sacrifice...