Expect The Unexpected!
When we plan our life, it is on a small canvas, but our Heavenly Father has the whole panoramic picture stretched out before Him.
When we plan our life, it is on a small canvas, but our Heavenly Father has the whole panoramic picture stretched out before Him.
The main purpose of God’s actions was to bring His children back to Him in repentance.
According to the Bible, happiness is found in fearing (revering) the Lord.
We are called to to examine ourselves each day, to see if there is evidence of Christ our Lord in our life.
I am always amazed at what Almighty God can do with the least likely people.
It is indeed encouraging to “know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God.
To read the 23rd Psalm slowly, chapter by chapter, with a shepherd guiding the way, is a real blessing indeed.
Jeremiah knew that regardless of circumstances, God’s compassion would be seen eventually in His perfect timing.
Jeremiah is seeking a divine restoration by the hands of a great doctor – the Great Physician.
In His Word, they will remain healthy and fruitful, even in time of spiritual drought in their nation.
It is often necessary to simplify things by going back to the beginning.
The door won’t stay open forever!
In nature, a percentage of seeds can fail, but God’s Word never fails– it always achieves what He sent it out for.
God watches and seeks His children, no matter how far away they are.
I don’t know about you, but to me being completely with God, safe and at peace in Him sounds excellent.
Jesus steps forward, and gently holds Malchus’ head in His hands.
We see our Lord Jesus calling for the same belief as Jehoshaphat called for – belief minus fear!
The Word of God does not change and always gives the right view.
Men today despise the Word of God, only wanting to hear pleasant things rather than God’s Word of Truth.
David seeks God’s compassion and cleansing, even though he has sinned against Him.
The child of God receives from the riches of Heaven by the hand of God Almighty.
His blood shed on Calvary’s Cross covers the repentant sinner in forgiveness, adopting them into God’s family.
The world will always threaten and attack us, but our spiritual security is always active.
As our Father, He loves to hear our praises.
The child of God finds strength and courage, knowing Him who they wait for.
Many people choose any way rather than God’s Way.
The two things that are for certain in this world and control our lives are time and tide.
Peter encourages us to put on a new garment; one of truth and love – the Word of God.
Sometimes He will bless us through a timely provision in life, be it an incident or through another person.
God is the Master of the large and the small.
He will save us and be our refuge in whatever storm we are in the midst of.
The practice of mercy is infectious; it receives mercy in return from those who are blessed by mercy at first.
There is nothing quite like the promise of a friend or loved one to stand with you in difficult times.
When I see someone in distress, I am reminded of my dependence upon the Eternal One.
Do we throw unholy tantrums when things are not going our way?
Choosing of the least expected and the youngest by God is a constant theme in the Bible.
It certainly takes a resilient faith to hold firmly to the blessings found in scripture for those persecuted for their love of Christ.
There is something repulsive about the gospel to those who oppose it.
We can see proof of God by His provision and grace in our lives, or in the lives of others.
Jesus speaks to those who seek spiritual sustenance in this verse.
In modern society being meek, gentle, or humble are not admired attributes – indeed they are often mocked.
God purposes to bring healing and redemption to those in need, especially those who are poor or mourning.
To display His love may lead others to repentance for sin they have committed.
If our Lord’s enemies watched Him closely, His enemies today also watch us closely.
I believe our Lord cares for the poor in all aspects of their life whether it be physical or spiritual.
We can remain calm where others may panic.
Men’s fellowship is an important oasis of maleness where men can encourage one another.
God’s work within our lives is always on time and to great effect, on believers and unbelievers alike.
Believing God will hear and answer, and His peace will lighten our burden.
Only the sight of God’s hand at work and the recognition of it will open up the window of the soul.
David was chosen by the Divine weighing of his heart for the things of God.
However long we live, it is a gift of God for faithfulness, and that we may live with purpose – serving Him.
David responded positively with the weapons he had, in full confidence of God who enabled him.
By the deliberate choice of God’s grace, He has made a way for us to be saved from our sin.
We have a more effective weapon at our disposal against those who attack us – prayer!
David’s victory and that of the Israelite army were not won by any great military strength or tactics, the battle belonged to God.
Our enemies may not see much as we stand before them, but He has clothed us in Holy armor.
I have been fond of the writings of A.W. Tozer for some years,.
There are no holidays or retirement from sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with lost souls.
His grace and glory are eternally linked and shown to those who love His Son Jesus Christ.
Being in the depths of trouble very often we can do nothing for ourselves.
Our faith anchored in Him holds us steady and makes our prayers more effective in His hands.
What an awesome greeting the angel of the Lord had for young Gideon at the threshing floor.
The whole business from our redemption to our going Home is achieved by God’s mercy bestowed upon us.
As children of God our Father, we have authority to speak His Word into the lives of the lost that we meet.
The Word of God always touches someone somewhere.
God is calling His children to not play the harlot with the temptations of this evil world.
We must be in Him to be fed that we may bear fruit of the Vine.
There is no greater reassurance than feeling safe, particularly in the company of a strong protector.
The witness of a child of God in a godless world is an uncomfortable experience for those who reject God.
He is my comfort and peace in these times of need; a Heavenly balm for my soul.
Jacob had come prayerfully to seek God’s guidance and assurance in his decision.
If we serve God with our little, He will increase our humble offering and bless us richly.
Jesus had a reputation for befriending the friendless in society, often the most despised and rejected.
I had been convicted of how much time I had wasted in reading novels.
Yesterday may have been hard but God has blessed me again.
God is Almighty and that nothing is beyond His ability.
God cast His plan as a fisherman casts a net; they both fish for a specific catch but often catch other fish too.
Give your Father God all credit for your blessings great and small.
Deserted and forgotten by men, but covered by Father God’s love that never forgets.
David expected to be blessed by God’s goodness in his lifetime as well as in eternity.
The situation with enemies of God’s people has not changed down the generations.
If we follow Him He will guide us away from the darkness.
Just to sit next to Jesus, what an experience that would be.
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.
Sometimes God will ask us to do things that to us don’t make sense or are downright scary.
He saves us not in any random place, but in His personal space.
In life as God’s people we are often challenged by those in authority demanding our obedience.
If you want to live with God you need to actively show your love for Him.
Noah prayed and waited patiently, trusting God.
I do not fear death because I know that I am in my Father God’s hands.
In our humanity we cannot comprehend His love for us amidst our fallen state.
When it was time to leave I was rejuvenated and ready to recommence my service of the Lord.
Being face-to-face with someone is a very personal thing.
The rainbow placed in the sky by God is a reminder of this covenant between God and the whole of His Creation.
Prayer to our Father can be silent too, from the heart or even through tears – He hears them all.
We see the love of Father God in His care for His children; even in these early verses of Genesis.
God’s compassion lifts our heads as we look upwards into His face.
The life of faith is a long-distance race with a real prize at the end for all who complete the race.