The Disciple’s Reward
The promises of our Lord to fill the empty space in my life are such a comfort to me.
The promises of our Lord to fill the empty space in my life are such a comfort to me.
God’s grace when He rewards and blesses man is according to His will and pleasure.
I follow the river of life that nourishes my soul each day.
Before two men were required to serve in the tabernacle, now our Lord Jesus fulfills both roles in a most holy way.
In Jesus’ redeeming work, we are saved and adopted into God’s family – Jesus calls us brethren!
The Kingship of our Lord is a continuous message in God’s Word, from the Old Testament into the New Testament.
It is permitted that God’s righteousness may be seen in and through us as we resist Satan.
We can trace the plan of redemption from Genesis right through to Revelation.
John was chosen for his time; we could be chosen for today to share the Good News.
One of the examples of our Lord is how to be willing to serve, not seeking the place of honor.
He was a faithful servant, a messenger of Almighty God who sent him.
The evidence/fruit of our lives is heard in how we talk with others
Christ is our Shepherd who lay down His life to save us – what an amazing Lord He is!
We may have great plans for the day ahead, but God may have holy business that He needs us to attend to today.
God displays great order in Creation, and in the history of His people.
There is much joy and encouragement we can have as children of God by discussing scriptures and our blessed Savior – He is with us in such times.
It may be the case that you are still awaiting an answer to today’s trial, but you can still praise Him.
It is too easy to be distracted by our troubles that we gaze at them, rather than on the One who can sweep them away.
Heaven (Paradise) is where we, as children of God, will reside with God.
Without any doubt, our Father God did His best work in gardens.
My heart celebrated regardless of my bodily constraints.
God spoke to His chosen people throughout Old Testament history, but sadly, they didn’t always listen or heed His Word delivered by His prophets.
Jesus sat down at the right hand of His Father – the place of the highest honor that can only be for the Son of God.
Christ seeks both the church and each person – He seeks to welcome into Heaven any who will open the door and listen to Him.
I enjoyed the vision of the trees, birdsong, and insects of this haven – it was also my place of prayer and divine solitude.
Jesus had a reputation for befriending the friendless in society, often the most despised and rejected.
How generous are we with others, family, friends, and strangers that we meet each day?
If the love of a child of God for the Divine family is genuine, there must be pain when our Divine family is attacked.
He promises to faithfully provide and protect us in His perfect timing.
I was safe in Christ’s care – worry was worthless!
The righteous child of God who delights in the Law (Word) of the LORD continually is prepared to stand for God in the world.
The disciples who were fishermen were worried by the storm; they awakened Christ, pleading for His help.
The house of prayer is part of our heritage.
Such people shine forth above all others, standing out as holy examples in a dark world.
I am His, and He lives in me.
His blessings are not temporary, but they are eternal.
It does not matter where we are as long as we are in the presence of God.
Faith is anchored in believing Almighty God as our Father, who can and will provide all our needs in His good timing.
Morning prayer and the reading of God’s Word is the most sound spiritual way to begin the day.
May we seek the fresh streams of living water found in the Word and in His presence each day.
It was clear every believer involved was moved in their heart, and the Holy Spirit was present in great power.
God is interested in our every need.
David is seeking deliverance from his enemies, as we do too in our daily walk with God.
God protects His own and lifts them beyond the reach of their persecutors.
We are like Peter, sometimes doing wrong things – we need to seek guidance from God in His Word.
Who doesn’t like to hear that someone has been thinking of and praying for you?
Do we share Jesus’ directions with others in our lives at every opportunity?
The magnitude of the starlit heavens are a witness of their Creator God – He is our God too.
We listened intently as he led us through the Word of God regarding the Messiah.
We are called by our Father God, in Christ, to also be a sweet fragrance through our sacrificed lives.
His Spirit’s presence and His Word light up His divine direction for each day.
We are called to praise Him perpetually, and not just for a few minutes in the morning or at church on Sunday.
All true wisdom comes from God through His prophets, Word, and ministers.
The reverent fear of God and following the counsel of Godly wisdom guides us into a life of holiness.
Some folk would “entice” me into some behavior that was not fitting for a young Christian; they spoke flatteringly and/or in a challenging way.
It is our reverence (fear) for God and knowledge of His love for us that brings our heart and mind into obedience to Him.
If we are suitably attired, God will provide wisdom and protection against the works of the enemy.
Living in the knowledge of Almighty God and His Son Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, is the most reassuring feeling in our soul each day.
God has no limits on His reliability.
As I see it, the Blackbird’s melody is far more than a territorial claim – it is an evensong of praise to their Creator.
As unpleasant as these times are, they are also opportunities to share the Light of Christ amidst the present darkness.
As children of God we are taught that our all belongs to Him.
What the sin sick souls need is the great Physician (Matthew 9:12), the Savior who can heal the sinful nature.
God continues to speak in the New Testament era by His Son, our Lord, and Savior Jesus Christ.
Being born again children of God grants us the privilege of being citizens of His Heavenly Kingdom.
This is the Lord’s work: to make us whole in Him that we are not lost and therefore perish.
What standards are you measuring your prayers by – the standards of men or of Almighty God?
The singing of God’s people need not be a soft chorus, but it can be the battle cry of true believers in the face of battle.
His magnificence seen in His handiwork in contrast to the humility of mankind, whom He has chosen to love.
I have needed to reaffirm my commitment, topping up my surrender level from new challenges that have occurred.
Paul did not waste the opportunity; this man was Gospel fruit ripe for the harvesting.
The Lord sent him to witness in his town what God had done for him.
To pray is one thing, but to follow it up with belief is the trial of our faith.
We should also be choosy as Christians about the company we keep and the spiritual food we consume each day.
“The Light of The World” – One better than a thousand sunrises!
The presence of the Triune God at our side is the best reason not to fear.
As children of God, we are called by Him to always “be ready” to share the reason for our hope in Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
We need to have faith in the God who goes with us.
God promises every believer, “I will never desert you, nor will I ever forsake you.”
The child of God may not be able to vocalize their pain, but God still hears and responds lovingly to the groaning of the broken heart.
Our Father God is a Creator of purpose and order, which includes the details of our lives.
God’s blessings still followed Joseph to prison.
He was a great king and a man of God, but he was still a man and had faults just like we do today.
Would we be recognised as having been with Jesus?
Each day brings His return closer, and the urgency to share the news of it is more urgent than yesterday.
Abraham was true to his word and was willing to obey in faith.
The LORD God has no need of a meal prepared by man, yet He accepts it as an act of worship – true hospitality.
They saw the need of the crowd as a burden, but Jesus saw it as an opportunity to serve God.
When Christians are silent regarding Almighty God and His magnificent works, the Holy Spirit makes a noise.
That One so great would remember those who are tiny by contrast.
God is the only one with whom we can be utterly confident, and all others will fail us – David knew this.
If you know Jesus as our Lord and Saviour, you are a child of God, filled with the Holy Spirit and His boldness.
Prayer was the glue that held them together; it was the anointing oil on their fellowship with one another.
He who delights in the Law of the LORD continually is prepared to stand for God in the world.
Jesus is coming back again!
God is still planting His own created seeds in the lives of men.
The existence of light is important and determines our life and well-being.
Our personal relationship with Father God must be right before we ask anything of Him.
The child of God can take shelter in His shelter.
As Christians we must be good stewards of our time and gifts, given to us by God.