“For we also have had the good news proclaimed to us, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, because those who heard did not combine it with faith…for anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from his.” (Hebrews 4:2,10) Our… Continue reading Where Help Comes From
Tag: Mercy
Mercy’s Majesty
The small things we never planned, couldn’t or wouldn’t pursue amidst our ceaseless desires, God gives as a glimpse of His unconditional love awaiting us in His presence. Just as God has never ceased loving Israel, He stands ready to receive us, set us free from every failure, weakness, blemish, imperfection, and shame that weighs… Continue reading Mercy’s Majesty
God’s Mercy
God makes himself clear and understood, then He looks for faith from us. He does not give second chances when there is no faith, but He does strengthen weak faith. (Mark 9:24) However, He does not forget His promises and He leaves a remnant and delivers the outcast. He knows the weakness in mankind and… Continue reading God’s Mercy
Salvage
“This is what the Lord says: 'As when juice is still found in a cluster of grapes and people say, "Don’t destroy it, there is still a blessing in it," so will I do in behalf of my servants; I will not destroy them all.' ” (Isaiah 65:8) I learned something about myself years ago,… Continue reading Salvage
The Unquestionable God
"As an example of suffering and patience, brothers, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. Behold, we consider those blessed who remained steadfast. You have heard of the steadfastness of Job, and you have seen the purpose of the Lord, how the Lord is compassionate and merciful." James 5:10-11 "Then Job… Continue reading The Unquestionable God
Facts in Reality
“Whoever is pregnant with evil conceives trouble and gives birth to disillusionment. Whoever digs a hole and scoops it out falls into the pit they have made. The trouble they cause recoils on them; their violence comes down on their own heads.” (Psalms 7:14-16) These are the facts on earth ruled by God. You may… Continue reading Facts in Reality
Be Kind to the Wicked
"Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.... and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for He is kind to the ungrateful and the evil." Luke 6:27-28, 35 One of the commands of our… Continue reading Be Kind to the Wicked
Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment
It often seems that justice is denied, in crime, murder, tyranny, oppression in all corners of this fallen world. In America we boast of a hope where there is "Liberty and Justice for all". Evil was set loose among men and it feeds upon hate, greed, envy, pride, licentiousness, perversion and lust. However, light has… Continue reading Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment
Encouragement Today
"Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls." (1 Peter 1: 8-9). The world denies this and… Continue reading Encouragement Today
Human Wisdom
If I could offer you nothing but human wisdom I would be deceiving you that I was something other than a weak flawed human just like you. However, if I knew the perfect God-Man who was the door to life evermore and the only healer, restorer and savior; I could tell you all He has… Continue reading Human Wisdom
Be Merciful
"It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not." Lamentations 3:22. "For thou, Lord, [art] good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee." Psalm 86:5. "Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful." Luke 6:36. God is merciful… Continue reading Be Merciful
Abundent Life is Here
There is so much bad news and future dread all around that we all need much good news. Thankfully there is a truthful source of reliable good news - The Bible. Isaiah 55 is a light in dark places, refreshing the weary and satisfying the hungry and thirsty soul. God promises: - Everyone who thirsts...can… Continue reading Abundent Life is Here
