After George Muller had been sick for a while he related an experience during that period when the Lord helped him in prayer. "No sooner had I begun to pray than His Spirit shone into my soul and gave me such a spirit of prayer as I have not enjoyed for many weeks. He graciously… Continue reading Muller’s Experience
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The Gospel of John
There is a movie with this title by The Visual Bible International. It is outstanding and I watch it again and again. The words and events depicted are a faithful representation of the book of John in the bible. The story of Yeshua talking with the Samaritan women at the well is superb, the visual… Continue reading The Gospel of John
Joseph and Yeshua Sons of Israel
Joseph is one of my favorite Bible persons, not because I relate with him, but because he is an archetype of Yeshua. Joseph was loved by his father and was given a multi-colored coat. Joseph had communication with God and was able to interpret God's messages to others - He heard and understood God. Yeshua… Continue reading Joseph and Yeshua Sons of Israel
Seeing People In Truth
My parents were each raised on the farm during the great depression. Consequently, they shared many customs and perspectives. One was "Decoration Day", where everyone went to the family grave yard and set out flowers by the ancestors headstones. It was how they observed Memorial Day. So, this Memorial day weekend, we did the same… Continue reading Seeing People In Truth
From Start To Finish
During man's first thousand years or so mankind honed his wickedness, a turning point began when he decided to build a tower to heaven. God saw this and out of His great mercy He confused the language of men and separated them across the face of the earth. Over the next several thousand years kingdoms… Continue reading From Start To Finish
Realizations of Truth
You are not good and you cannot be good in any significant and material degree or in any way that actually matters at all. You cannot do anything that is good, your good intentions and efforts to do good deeds are insignificant; you can however, forgive those who hurt you and mistreat you, and you… Continue reading Realizations of Truth
What I Need and Need Not
Sometimes we reach a point where a repurposing of all things not surrendered to God the Father, is necessary. (Rom.12:2). Yeshua described it..."If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness!" (Matt. 6:23). If there is to be any encouragement, any love and peace, any satisfaction and rest; then it must… Continue reading What I Need and Need Not
Things Hidden and Revealed
There are some things that are to be hidden and others that are to be shown to others. "Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before… Continue reading Things Hidden and Revealed
Seek His Face
"Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always." (1 Chronicles: 16:11). "For the Lord is righteous, he loves justice; the upright will see his face." (Ps 11:7). "May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine on us." (Ps. 67:1). The blessing and favor of God is His… Continue reading Seek His Face
Yeshua’s Mission In A Few Words
To describe completely all that Messiah Yeshua (Christ Jesus Hebrew name) accomplished, did, was, and is would take more books than the whole world could contain. (John 21:25). However, Isaiah offers a very encouraging description of it in a few verses; "The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed… Continue reading Yeshua’s Mission In A Few Words
Be Devoted To Prayer
Be devoted to prayer is the exhortation in Colossians 4:2. You will find this a very simple thing do to as you walk and live in the leading of the Holy Spirit. As with many things Spiritual, we have believed lies that it was either a concentrating strained effort or else a drudgery. On… Continue reading Be Devoted To Prayer
True Confession
The Bible teaches and proves that nothing is impossible with God. (Mark 10:27). Evolutionists believe anything is possible with enough time and chance. Flying enough flags for long enough will cause the threads of a flag to unravel and re-weave itself into a three-piece suit. Given enough time a sunken ship will dissolve and rust down… Continue reading True Confession
One Caught in Adultery
In John 8: 3-11, we read about the woman caught in adultery. "The Pharisees made her stand before the group and said to Jesus, 'Teacher, this woman was caught in the act of adultery. In the Law Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?' They were using this question as… Continue reading One Caught in Adultery
Spiritual Authority
This is an extremely important topic that touches on rebellion, reliance on faith, judgment, the work of God, blessing and more. A proper understanding of Spiritual Authority is critical to submission thereto. Most important is an understanding of the sovereignty of God for without this one may experience confusion, restlessness, and openness to deception by… Continue reading Spiritual Authority
God’s Word
Every word of God proves true. (Prov. 30:5). We may not understand His every word in its entirety, today. However He is able to make Himself known and we have no excuse for failing to acknowledging Him, even though our understanding may be shallow. Relying on the truth of His Word will bring light to… Continue reading God’s Word
The Works of God
Good works have been prepared in advance for believers to do. (Eph. 2:10). No amount of good works will save a man. "If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about—but not before God. What does Scripture say? 'Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.' Now to… Continue reading The Works of God
The Prophetic Gift
The Old Testament Scriptures includes many prophets of God leading to John the Baptist. The prophets of old spoke much of the Messiah and His coming, with amazing specificity. All prophecy was given by God, and it is to be tested to make certain. There were and remain false prophecies and false prophets. A message… Continue reading The Prophetic Gift
Made In The Image Of God
God is a three-part person, one God of three inseparable, yet distinct parts. We are made in God's image, we look like Him, and that image encompasses the trinity. (Gen. 1: 26-27; Gen 5:1; Gen. 9:6). It might be that we are unique, as are other heavenly creatures and it may be that the human… Continue reading Made In The Image Of God
Wrath and Fear
"John said to the crowds coming out to be baptized by him, "You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the coming wrath?" (Luke 3:7) Pilgrim's Progress, by John Bunyan is the most read book besides the Bible. It was published in 1678 and has never been out of print. It is an… Continue reading Wrath and Fear
God Can Be Inconvenienced
I have wondered about Yeshua's reply to His mother, "My hour has not yet come." (John 2:4). Yes, God is perfect and His timing is perfect, but He is also forbearing, patient, and compassionate. His forbearance is seen everyday as he supplies all the needs of the righteous and wicked alike. God is patient… Continue reading God Can Be Inconvenienced
When Yeshua Enters
Our preacher gave an excellent sermon from Mark 1, which I cannot quote, but what I heard were two things. First, what happens when Jesus enters the house? It is transforming, uncomfortable, good to the core of our being, truthful, and what we need most desperately. Yeshua, proclaims the truth that is fulfilled in your… Continue reading When Yeshua Enters
What The Church Needs
Today in America there is a wide variety of Churches. Many non-denominational community churches have been organized since the 1970's Jesus People Revival. Some churches have exchanged their denominational name for a generic community name, yet they remain within their denomination. Several entire denominations have split into a liberal branch and the traditional branch. Many… Continue reading What The Church Needs
It Is There In Heaven
C.S. Lewis wrote, "No amount of falls will really undo us if we keep on picking ourselves up each time. We shall of course be very muddy and tattered children by the time we reach home. But the bathrooms are all ready, the towels put out, and the clean clothes in the airing cupboard." This… Continue reading It Is There In Heaven
God Is…
Numbers: 23. 19. God is not human. Deuteronomy: 4. 7. God is near us. Deuteronomy: 4. 24. God is a consuming fire, a jealous God. Deuteronomy: 4. 31. God is a merciful God. Deuteronomy: 6. 4. God, the Lord is one. Deuteronomy: 7. 9. God is God; he is the faithful God. Deuteronomy: 10. 17.… Continue reading God Is…
New Answers
Psychology is a favorite college class for many students, irrespective of their major field of study. I have found it interesting; management, sales, and other fields incorporate aspects of it in their textbooks. I discovered why this is true recently, when I wrote a book on my life story and asked my three children if… Continue reading New Answers