Recent Devotions
“She is clothed with strength and dignity, she can laugh at the days to come” (Proverbs 31:25, NIV). In yesterday’s devotion, we asked, “What Are You Wearing?” We learned to get dressed every day in the armor of God so we are prepared to stand firm against whatever Satan may try to throw in our path. But what else do you see when you look in the mirror? Do you see someone looking back at you that you don’t quite recognize? A wrinkle here, a laugh line there. I saw a meme depicting an older woman looking at the reflection…
She’s a prayer warrior down on her knees Wrestling with powers and principalities Standing in the gap for others For her sisters and her brothers Reaching Heaven with her heart Prayer warrior The words of the beautiful chorus from “Prayer Warrior” by Heirloom are a powerful reminder of how often…
“And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb.” Revelation 22:1 The Apostle John wrote the book of Revelation, as God revealed to him the things that would happen in the end times. It…
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“But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.” I Timothy 6:6-8 “Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.” Philippians 4:11 “Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.” Hebrews 13:5 Contentment – a state of happiness and satisfaction. The attributes of contentment…
“And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God amongst the trees of the garden.” Genesis 3:8 It’s twilight, the neighbourhood children are gathered to play a game of hide and seek. A leader is chosen, and the countdown begins. You hesitate for a moment and then you think of the best hiding place. Quickly you run to it and tuck yourself in, thinking, “he/she will never find me here. “Ninety-seven, ninety-eight, ninety-nine, one hundred. Ready…
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5) We’ve heard this verse many times and possibly can even quote it, but have you stopped and really read this verse? Jesus went to the cross and endured the ridicule and pain for us. He could have called down angels to save Himself, but He did it all so we could be saved and healed. The last part of this verse says, “… and with his stripes we are…
“Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16. After a long winter, the windows in our homes need a good cleaning. This is a chore that takes time and effort. As we inspect our spiritual home this week, let us consider…
