Because thinking like Jesus is HARD, sometimes.
Inspiration always has that ‘new car smell’ to it. There is something fresh and valuable when God opens our mouth to bring a message. Whether it is a new song, an inspired prophetic utterance, a novel, a poem, or a personal message spoken in love; creative expression thrills the one giving it. After nine … Read more
When you lose your voice, you will find other things to do and other ways to communicate non-verbally. Zechariah was muted, but his heart turned to the promise of a son that would prepare the way for the Messiah. The promise caused him to renew his efforts at lovemaking with Elizabeth. He was unable to … Read more
John the Baptist’s father was named Zechariah. He and his wife Elizabeth belonged to the tribe of priests in Israel and were advanced in their years. They knew about a lack of fulfillment. She was barren and so they had no children. Barrenness is a block of the creative impulse. What does God do … Read more
Authors and songwriters sometimes experience writer’s block. There are times and seasons when you approach your craft with a desire to say something new, but nothing comes. You stare at the page or play some familiar chords and hope that some inspiration will happen. When I was younger, songs were the medium that made … Read more
Usually, prices are set according to what it cost to get an item to market plus a profit margin for the benefit of the seller. It’s a simple formula that guides billions of transactions. So, what if you went to the store to buy a loaf and bread and the cashier charged you $811.00? Or … Read more
Luke 1: 50 He Shows His Mercy To Those Who Have Respect For Him, From Parent To Child Down Through The Years. Mary is aware that the miracle in her life comes from God. She begins to express several reasons why she can trust God’s plan for her. In fact, she quickly recognizes that … Read more
Think about the mother of Jesus. Her name was Mary. Out of the blue, she is visited by an angel and told that she will give birth the Saviour of all humanity. Luke 1: 46 Mary Said, “My Soul Gives Glory To The Lord.47 My Spirit Delights In God My Savior.48 He Has Taken Note Of … Read more
Colossians 3: 23 Work At Everything You Do With All Your Heart. Work As If You Were Working For The Lord, Not For Human Masters. 24 Work Because You Know That You Will Finally Receive As A Reward What The Lord Wants You To Have. You Are Slaves Of The Lord Christ. What is … Read more
To the king of all kings, we bow down. Your name is Jesus, and you have the reputation of providing us with an identity that is secure in the Heavens. Yahweh, we have wrestled and grasped endlessly trying to be secure; but the safest place is when we wrestle with you and are … Read more
In the spirit of etymology and onomastics, let’s look at the meaning of three Bible names—Jacob, Israel, and Jesus. There is a primer for identity found here that is stunningly profound. Jacob – Hebrew for heel, from both aqeb (heel) and aqob (deceitful) Israel – Hebrew meaning to prevail, to become great in … Read more