Tag Archives: Jesus

Fearing God Without Being Afraid

To rightly revere God, to stand in awe of Him, is to fear Him. This “astonished reverence” is foundational to a life lived in the fullness of his blessing, a life of intimate fellowship that brings the Father pleasure and brings our hearts deep satisfaction. Continue reading

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Wounded

Those wounds that were the source of his pain are now the source of our healing: the forgiveness of sin, the freedom from bondages and shame, the healing of broken bodies and wounded hearts. When you experience the wounds brought on by denial, betrayal, mocking, injustice or abandonment, remember that Jesus understands. He has experienced those things too. Bring your wounds to Jesus and allow him to bring the healing you need. Continue reading

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Shining Faces

True Christianity is a relationship with Christ. As we spend time with Him, we reflect more and more of his character. Our whole being reflects his glory (2 Corinthians 3). Not only our faces, but our whole being and lifestyle reflects the glory of Christ within. Continue reading

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Falling to Pieces

Following Jesus isn’t always easy. And despite our best intentions–even our bravado–we will have times when we fail him. There will be times when we fall down. Continue reading

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Wise, Faithful and Always Ready

Each day, we need to live in the realization that one day we will give an account for our stewardship. One day the master will come on a day when we don’t expect him and at an hour we are not aware of. The wise and faithful steward lives each day in light of “that day.” Continue reading

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Sweeter than Honey

Open your heart to God’s word today; find it to be your delight. May it be sweeter than honey from the honeycomb. Continue reading

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What is Your Need?

What is your need? Bring it to Jesus. Like he did with the blind men, he asks: “What do you want me to do for you?” Continue reading

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Better Than Fair

we all need the grace of God—we all need the undeserved benefits that flow from the generosity of God. We never deserve grace. It is always a gift from a generous God. Continue reading

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Where is Your Treasure?

Do we really live our lives in pursuit of the kingdom? Do we really live with an eternal perspective? The way we handle our money and possessions is a key answer to that question. Continue reading

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Praying and Going

Jesus calls us to pray and then he calls us to be part of the answer to our own prayers. He asks us to take the need to the Father, and then to go and become part of the solution.  Continue reading

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