If you were to describe God with only one word that encompasses His whole character what would it be? Would you choose “faithful” or “true” or “love?”
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Nothing but his authority
Nothing but His Authority
By God’s authority, Moses’ staff turned the water of the Nile River into blood (Ex. 20). Moses is famous for performing many signs and wonders with the staff in his hand. Yet, God is the One who performed the miracles; the staff was a symbol of God’s authority. The staff symbolizing God’s authority was fresh in my mind . . .
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Christ the Conquering King
Christ the Conquering King
We have the advantage of hindsight when comparing Christ’s first coming to the seals that He opens in Revelation 5-8. However, for His second coming, we must rely on . . .
Read MoreOur Great High Priest
Today I am in Revelation eight where the Lamb of God broke the seventh seal and there was silence in heaven for half an hour. Then John saw seven angels . . .
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2020 Reflections
At the beginning of 2020, I made some declarations from the Word of God over my life (see underlined portions below). This year definitely did NOT go as planned. So, I wanted to review those declarations . . .
Read MoreCelebrating Emmanuel
This week we are celebrating Emmanuel – God with us. God came to earth in the form of a tiny baby, to save His people from their sins. And Jesus is coming again. . . .
Read MoreThe Four Horsemen of Revelation 6
Today I am considering the four horses and their riders that are released by the first four seals. Could each of these symbolize Christ Jesus at His first coming?
Certainly, the white horse . . .
Read MoreA Fresh Look at Revelation
The last book of the Bible, Revelation, is perhaps the most difficult to understand. The Apostle John’s vision recorded in Revelation is rich in Biblical imagery. Being well-versed in the Old Testament scriptures helps demystify . . .
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Shouted Praises are Weapons of War
With the global pandemic ripping through whole communities and the death toll rising, even a cheerful person like myself will have sad days. A couple of weeks ago, my heart felt heavy . . .
Read MoreWhat is your calling?
“Calling” is a word we Christians use to talk about the work that God has for us. The implication is that your “calling” is the place where God has “called” you to spend your limited time and energy preaching the gospel. Maybe it is just my perception, but I always feel a sense of drudgery . . .
Read MoreA Poem of Praise Inspired by Psalm 19
We have just returned from Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons National parks. I am always impressed by how near God seems in nature. I love to hike through the trees with the scent of the pines. I marvel at God’s handiwork in the majestic mountains . . .
Read MoreNew Creation in Christ Jesus
Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature. . . . 2 Corinthians 5:17
We use this verse to encourage ourselves and others to leave our guilt and shame behind. We encourage each other to see ourselves as God sees us: a new creation in Christ Jesus. But that is not how Paul, . . . .
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