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Job 16:5 AMP “[But instead] I could strengthen and encourage you with [the words of] my mouth, And the consolation and solace of my lips would soothe your suffering and lessen your anguish.” When I read the verse above, one of the first thoughts that came to my mind was “What effect do my wordsContinue reading ““Words That Strengthen””

But I am hard-pressed between the two. I have the desire to leave [this world] and be with Christ, for that is far, far better; – (Philippians 1:23 AMP) I recall hearing an ole’ seasoned Believer say one time, “The great difficulty  most folks have in this life, when it comes time to ‘check out’,Continue reading ““There Is Something Far, Far Better””

And Jesus answered and said unto her, “Martha, Martha, thou art anxious and troubled about many things. But one thing is needful, and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” – (Luke 10:41-42) One of the easiest things to do in this life is to get caught up,Continue reading “What Part Will You Choose?”

..”and he began to speak boldly and fearlessly in the synagogue. But when Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they took him aside and explained more accurately to him the way of God [and the full story of the life of Christ].” – (Acts 18:26 Amp) The other day I was driving and thinking about myContinue reading “Always Leave Room To Grow”

14 For if you forgive others their trespasses [their reckless and willful sins], your heavenly Father will also forgive you.15 But if you do not forgive others [nurturing your hurt and anger with the result that it interferes with your relationship with God], then your Father will not forgive your trespasses. – Matthew (6:14-15 AMP) This morningContinue reading “Forgive To Be Forgiven”

“When He had finished speaking, He said to Simon [Peter], “Put out into the deep water and lower your nets for a catch [of fish].” Simon replied, “Master, we worked hard all night [to the point of exhaustion] and caught nothing [in our nets], but at Your word I will [do as you say and]Continue reading ““Do It Anyway””

“My sons, do not be negligent and careless now, for the Lord has chosen you to stand in His presence, to attend to His service, and to be His ministers and burn incense.” 2 Chronicles 29:11 AMP The above verse was a center piece of my thoughts and meditation throughout the course of this pastContinue reading “Being Faithful To Your Call”

“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” declares the Lord.“For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways And My thoughts higher than your thoughts. – Isaiah 55:8-9 Recently, I was praying about a particular situation for someone dear to me.Continue reading “God’s Ways Are Higher”

19 “But when they hand you over, do not worry about how or what you are to say; for what you are to say will be given you within that [very] hour;20 for it is not you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.” (Matthew 10:19-20 AMP) One of the biggest things that weContinue reading “God Will Give You The Words”

Thou art good, and doest good; teach me Thy statutes. – Psalm 119:68 The other day I was speaking with a gentleman who is of the same profession as I am, striping parking lots. He had recently ran into a great misfortune by having a good portion of his possessions stolen and taken away, alongContinue reading “Because He’s Good”