Tests show how much we have learned and know. There are tests in our lives everyday that reveal how much we have learned about God and from God. These tests reveal our trust in God”¦or not. As you read through this devotional the questions are for you. (NASB) Matthew 2:19 “But when Herod died, behold, […]
Clint Eastwood starred in the film, “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly”. Your life and mine can also be known as the good, the bad, and the ugly. There are also times that life is beautiful and good. If you are a follower of Christ, perhaps you recognize that God is in your life, […]
Leadership which has no accountability will have no check on decisions that are made. Any leader who does not seek wise counsel and advice will assume complete control. And often this will be to the detriment of the people. King Herod was not accountable to anyone. He had the power and political authority to do […]
Hitler ranted and raved as he led a nation to power. He deceived many and through his deception he tried to annihilate the Jews. He used force and deception as he gained control of other countries. King Herod of Israel wanted to protect his throne of power. And he used murder to protect his throne. […]
Has there been a time in your life on which you can look back and “˜see”™ God”™s intervention in your behalf? Can you remember, and now understand, God”™s preparation and provision for you in your circumstances? Joseph and Mary would have said “˜Yes!”™ to these questions, can you? (NASB) Matthew 2:15 “He remained there until […]
When you were a child, how did you respond to your parent”™s authority? As you have gone into your teen years, and adulthood, how have you “˜handled”™ the authority of your teachers, instructors, employers and “˜bosses”™? Is your attitude one of rebellion or arrogance? (Rebellion and arrogance can be shown through the flash of an […]
When you are planning a trip ““ you have a destination in mind. You get out your map or use the internet to determine the best way to get to where you are going. You may decide after your stay that you need to go another way home. That is what the wise men did”¦they […]
Paul Harvey is known to take newsworthy stories and reveal “˜the rest of the story”™. And so does God”™s word ““ He has revealed the “˜rest of the story”™ of Jesus”™ suffering and physical death and resurrection. He died so that you and I can be given eternal life ““ we have a living Savior”¦there […]
When you are hungry, where do you go to satisfy your hunger? When you are tired, where do you go to rest? When you know you need God”™s forgiveness, to Whom do you pray? If you are wise, you will approach the throne of God in the name of His Son, Jesus Christ. (NASB) Hebrews […]
Gifts come wrapped in a variety of ways. They may be beautifully wrapped with a fancy bow. They may be tucked into a pretty bag with brightly colored paper peeking over the edges. They may come in an ordinary envelope or they may come in the form of a friend. God has sent His gift […]