The One True God wants our hearts . . . and our obedience. We must do what is right with a loyal heart. In John chapter 14, Jesus reiterates in at least 5 different ways, “If you love Me, keep My commandments.” Love and obedience are always in the same sentence; they are inseparable. Does Jesus have our heart? . . . .
Read MoreThe Key of David
Here is the encouragement for us:
Jesus promises in Revelation that if we are faithful, He will use His authority and power on our behalf. He promises . . .
Read MoreGod Blesses the Faithful
While Israel played the harlot, a remnant of priests continued to worship and serve the One True God. Therefore, God commended and blessed the sons of Zadok for their faithfulness.
God blessed them by saying:
Read MoreA Man After God's Own Heart
King David is described in scripture as “a man after God’s own heart.” I had assumed God was referring to David’s heart of worship. That is what David is famous for. David wrote many of the psalms of praise. David established a rotation of worshipers to play and sing in the temple 24/7. But God is not highlighting David’s heart of worship. God is highlighting . . .
Read MoreGrow in Your Walk
Without me noticing, I have some how become one of the “older women” at my church. No longer am I the one trying to figure out how to grow kids God’s way or parent with love and logic. My kids are grown. That puts me in the category of “older women.” I really don’t mind; I like being older and wiser – especially the wiser part. I have always loved to encourage people, especially younger women. Now, there is just a lot more of them!
Today, I am another year older and wiser. So . . . .
Read MoreGod is the Deliverer
Joshua had already been anointed by Moses in front of the people of Israel, at God’s direction. But here God is giving Joshua His commissioning, His strategies, His marching orders.
Joshua fell on his face because he knew . . .
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