I started a conversation with the knowledge of how many are my failings, even intentional sin. A question arose, Do I attempt to relate to you as perfect justice, pure righteousness, and the Almighty? A reply followed, If so, can you know me as I fully am, your Father in Heaven? Would you try to… Continue reading From The Pig Pen
Category: Theology
All You Have
Most of us are surrounded with things we want and need, yet things needed are really very few. Still, we are ever looking for more, newer, the latest fashion, new technology. There is nothing inherently wrong with seeking improved or new things, as necessary, but there is great distraction in our misdirected desires and wishes… Continue reading All You Have
Redeem The Time
Ephesians 5: 15-16 states "Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil." (NIV). The KJV says, "See, then, how exactly ye walk, not as unwise, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil;" (KJV). Many versions keep… Continue reading Redeem The Time
Throw Out The Fleece
"And Gideon said unto God, If thou wilt save Israel by mine hand, as thou hast said, Behold, I will put a fleece of wool in the floor; and if the dew be on the fleece only, and it be dry upon all the earth beside, then shall I know that thou wilt save Israel by… Continue reading Throw Out The Fleece
Believers in Truth
He had an aggressive attitude and seemed unreasonably angry. I was mindful of scripture that says bless those who mistreat you, with that in mind I replied to him, "Bless you" and explained the circumstances that brought about our discussion. He took great offense at the words, bless you and made a complaint to my… Continue reading Believers in Truth
New Year Promises
No cliché is more consistent and confirming of our weakness than failed New Years resolutions. Rather than hope for a trim waist, less bad habits, or more healthy behavior, I encourage you to simply accept the truth that is your's in Yeshua Messiah, (Jesus Christ in Hebrew). No resolutions are necessary, these truths are all resolved,… Continue reading New Year Promises
Believers Driving Cabs
The skies were sunny amid a light warm breeze as we disembarked our cruise ship. At port in Roatan we caught a cab to the West End beach. Our driver was very friendly and shared with us how many believers were on the island in various churches. As we drove by the small houses most… Continue reading Believers Driving Cabs
God’s Leading Presence
A pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night was there for the Israelites. Where is the presence of the Lord today and what assurance and leading is given to the people of God today? From the beginning God desired relationship with mankind. He walked in the garden with Adam and… Continue reading God’s Leading Presence
Awakening Mankind
There is a renewal coming that will bring the nations into a new era of peace and favor. Throughout history, evil, war, and poverty have had the spotlight and microphone of the world's stage, until a natural disaster occurred to temporarily switch the theme from acts of man, to acts of God. Even so, there… Continue reading Awakening Mankind
Young Person!
Amidst all your activity, hurry, start as you are, don't look back, press on toward your destiny. Lay aside all questioning, light the spark of courage within, speak words of life and hope, cast off doubts and find renewal and strength. Victory is possible. Get an overcoming vision, fix your mind upon the goal resolute… Continue reading Young Person!
Fear Not
Psalm 118:6-7 “The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? The Lord is with me; he is my helper.” Psalm 34:4 “I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears.” Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in… Continue reading Fear Not
I See Faces in the Trees
This morning a bear stared straight down at me, What have you to say from your position in my tree? His big bushy head with deep and narrow set eyes, A long nose with ears laid back were quite a surprise. He joins a host of characters that dwell among our boughs; Who pay a… Continue reading I See Faces in the Trees
Surrender
I am praying for some people, I call them prodigals, meaning that they have left the people who love them, and/or lost their direction/destiny and/or are entrapped and taken captive through wrong and deceptive thoughts/behavior. Today, I was worshiping with a song of surrender. This act of surrender is so sublime that I was caught… Continue reading Surrender
What Matters
This question could be relative depending on whom and what is the subject. I would like to consider you and I the subject, but leave providence as to what is considered. Providence means God's protective care, divine intervention, predestination and timely preparation for future eventualities. In the context of the cosmos, do we even matter… Continue reading What Matters
When It Bothers Us
For we must all appear before the Judgment Seat of Christ, so that each of us may receive what is due us for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad. (2 Cor. 5: 10). This is a troubling verse, one I would prefer to forget about. It conflicts with some of… Continue reading When It Bothers Us
God Using Horses
I looked up and there beside my barn stood two large horses eating grass like they were starving. I recognized them as my neighbor's horses, so I went out in the field to see if I could turn them around and head them back to his property. As I approached they moved off a little,… Continue reading God Using Horses
Our Thanksgiving
"Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name." Psalm 100:4. "Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms." Psalm 95:2. "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition,… Continue reading Our Thanksgiving
God Instead
We all face circumstances in this world that are incomplete, deficient, and not what is normally expected or needed. These range from missing a parent, even both parents, to not having a friend when one is most necessary. I believe God is in process of restoring all things, where each believer will have everything that… Continue reading God Instead
God’s Gifts to Man
There is a lot written about identifying one's spiritual gifts. Much of it centers around a description of the various gifts recorded in scripture. This is good and even so, there remains a considerable amount of uncertainty on the subject, principally regarding application. Everything that pertains to God and scripture must be understood, experienced, and… Continue reading God’s Gifts to Man
Searching For Your Style
Somewhere I picked up the idea that an artist needs to acquire, develop, or create a technique, style, or niche that is unique and particularly theirs. I think it is true regarding commercial success, but it may also be equally true for commercial failure, i.e. what one prefers instead of many. It is undisputed that… Continue reading Searching For Your Style
A Song From God
I asked God to give me a song with which to praise Him. I wanted it to be deep and significant, rather than fluff. I realize I'm not a musician, but I have a love for music, worship, and God is not limited in His ability to give me a song for His glory. I… Continue reading A Song From God
The Bride of Messiah
The body of Messiah is united now in Yeshua and is born of the Promise and Spirit. Every leading of the Holy Spirit is in perfect accord with each member of the body moving in a beautiful and elegant rhythm of motion toward Yeshua. The body of Messiah is His bride and they will become… Continue reading The Bride of Messiah
That’s Hard to Believe
This is a phrase we have all uttered upon hearing certain tales. My wife and I have discovered that movies based on true stories are usually our favorites because truth is stranger than fiction. Men may be particularly interested in hearing and telling stories that make credibility difficult to attain, but I'm not talking about… Continue reading That’s Hard to Believe
Long Patience Quick Action
God is patient for ages, then suddenly fulfills His will and promise. Many generations passed in the first age of men, while God's wrath built up, then suddenly the flood came upon the unsuspecting wicked and only Noah and his family were saved. Abraham was one hundred years old and yet had a divine son… Continue reading Long Patience Quick Action
Children of the Devil
This is a dreadful topic, but it explains a lot of what is happening in our day. Moreover, it is true and we need not ignore the designs, purposes, and plans of God. "The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason… Continue reading Children of the Devil
