Do you stare in wonder at sparkling snowcapped mountains, or the shimmering feathers of a hummingbird suspended in flight? Do you gasp at the shifting colors of the sunset or the delicate fragrance of a perfect rose? Or do you take for granted God’s miraculous wonders? . . .
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The Psalm of the Prodigals
I was so moved by this psalm written by Frank Curtiss, that I just had to share it with you (with his permission, of course). Frank is currently writing a book of psalms . . .
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The Threshing Floor
I had never stopped to consider the spiritual significance of the temple being built on the threshing floor. Have you?
Solomon built the temple on Mt. Moriah where . . .
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The Spiritual Mirror
Unlike a physical mirror, the spiritual mirror has the ability to change our appearance.
The moment we . . .
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The 8 Benefits of God’s Word
This Thanksgiving week, I number among my blessings God’s Word. The Bible is often referred to as a love letter from God. While that is true, the Word also has power. The power to restore identity and transform lives.
Before I list the 8 benefits or powers of the Word, I want to mention that translators . . .
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Praise Is the Turning Point
Praise and worship were their turning point. Time and again throughout the wilderness wanderings, Israel grumbled and rebelled. . . .
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Goodbye Auntie Laura
My stepsister, Laura, passed away last week. She was only 52 years old. It was quite a shock . . .
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Two Silver Trumpets
You may think the book of Numbers is the most repetitive and boring book of the Bible. I used to.
However, for the hungry soul, God’s Word has multiple layers of meaning. I’ve found so many hidden treasures . . .
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A God of Order
First, we trust in Jesus, then His Spirit comes to live inside us!
These life-altering moments are in harmony with God’s perfect order.
After nine months creating the articles, Moses set up the Tabernacle according to God’s prescribed order.. . . .
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God Who Animates the Word
I write a weekly blog which almost no one reads. You may wonder why I do it. I sometimes wonder myself.
At first, I started . . .
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God’s Treasure
Have you ever participated in a treasure hunt? I am not talking about following a faded map with a large, red X. I am referring to asking the Holy Spirit for clues to lead you to people to pray for.
In this type of treasure hunt, a person or team of people ask God for clues . . .
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I Bless You
When you want to pronounce a formal blessing over someone, which Bible verse do you choose? I generally reach for Numbers 6:22-26 – the priestly blessing. Aaron, the high priest, spoke this blessing over the nation of Israel regularly.
Today I read in the notes . . .
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