Mrs. Sarah was the matriarch of the church I attended as a teenager. During prayer meeting, when confronted with a need that seemed overwhelming, she’d often exclaim, “Lawd have mercy!” “He does,” her husband would respond. “He does.” God’s mercy runs like a silver thread throughout the Scriptures. The English word appears some 341 times. […]
God’s gospel will always be good news in every place, every culture, and every time. God has placed in every man and woman a longing for him only he can fill. Here’s how it looks. The Testimony of a Changed Life In John 15:7 God promised to answer prayer according to his will. Psalm 66:18 […]
“Taste.” I extended a fork toward my husband. He shook his head. “No thanks.” I couldn’t blame him. The last time I experimented with a new recipe, the result was disastrous. Some people enjoy trying new foods. Each taste is an experience to savor, even if the dish isn’t completely successful. Others are more reluctant […]
Do you feel like you never stop chasing the Sabbath? Do you often feel so close to reaching a time of rest, prayer, and conversation with the Lord only to realize the finish line moved 10 steps ahead? Unexpected situations occur such as a sick child, broken pipe, friend in need, or feeling of inadequacy […]
Why did Jesus fast? When Jesus joined John in the wilderness of Judea, two surprising events occurred. He was baptized by John in the Jordan River then the Spirit of God drove him into the wilderness to meet the devil. We might expect Jesus to join John in a preaching campaign to lead Israel to […]
