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Have You Found Your Place Yet?

‘To prepare God’s people for works of service’ Ephesians 4:12 NIV The story’s told of a pastor who went to the railroad station every night to watch the express train roar through town. His congregation wondered why. When suspicions arose a deacon followed him, watched him, and asked what he was doing. He replied, ‘This […]

A Memo from Heaven

‘…Conquer evil by doing good.’ Romans 12:21 TLB It’s easy to forget why God saved you, what He’s called you to do, and how you’re supposed to live. So here’s a memo from Heaven: ‘Don’t just pretend that you love others: really love them. Hate what is wrong. Stand on the side of good. Love […]

You’re Forgiven (2)

‘Bless the Lord…who forgives all your [sins]’ Psalm 103:23 NKJV We tend to forgive others more easily than we forgive ourselves. This is especially so when we fail in a major area like a marriage or career, or our actions have hurt others, or our habits have hurt us, or we know we are not […]

You’re Forgiven (1)

‘In Him we have…forgiveness of sins’ Ephesians 1:7 NKJV When God forgives you but you refuse to forgive yourself, you’re spurning His grace and choosing to be miserable. When you do that: (1) Your loved ones are at risk. It’s not just about you. When you wallow in guilt you tend to be more withdrawn […]

Try Fasting and Prayer

‘We fasted and entreated…God’ Ezra 8:23 NKJV Ezra’s assignment was rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem, and there were moments when it felt overwhelming. So here’s what he did: ‘We fasted and entreated our God for this, and He answered our prayer.’ When you are willing to go without food and take the time to seek […]

Growing-and Blessing Others

‘Carry each other’s burdens, and…you will fulfil the law of Christ.’ Galatians 6:2 NIV If your desire is to bless others, you must ask yourself: (1) What am I doing to invest in myself? You can’t give what you don’t have. Unless you’re committed to personal growth you’ll have nothing of worth to give others. […]

Feeling for Others (2)

‘…I remember you in my prayers at all times’ Romans 1:910 NIV Charles Swindoll writes: ‘We don’t look, act, or dress alike. We have different tastes in food, books, cars and music. We work at different jobs…enjoy different hobbies …but one thing we have in common. We know what it means to hurt. Suffering is […]

Feeling for Others (1)

‘…Weep with those who weep.’ Romans 12:15 NKJV In 1883, poet Ella Wheeler Wilcox was travelling by train to an inaugural ball when she noticed a woman weeping across the aisle. Wilcox spent the rest of the journey comforting her, and when she reached her destination she was in no mood to celebrate. Later, remembering […]

Are You Drifting Off Course?

‘I take joy in doing Your will’ Psalm 40:8 NLT Embarking on a rafting trip with friends, author John Blumberg observed: ‘We had a hard time getting away from shore…there appeared to be enormous momentum keeping us grounded. Slowly it got easier and we decided to relax. And it was during our moment of pause […]

Make the Most of It

‘…When it prospers, you will…prosper.’ Jeremiah 29:7 GWT Are you at a place in your life and you’d rather not be there? Well, God has a word for you, but it may not be one you want to hear. It’s the same word Jeremiah brought to his people when they were slaves in Babylon, far […]