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Almost persuaded

“Now as he thus made his defense, Festus said with a loud voice, “Paul, you are beside yourself! Much learning is driving you mad!” But he said, “I am not mad, most noble Festus, but speak the words of truth and reason. For the king, before whom I also speak freely, knows these things; for … Continue reading Almost persuaded →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 3 Comments June 5, 2023 4 Minutes

A light brighter than the sun at midday

““While thus occupied, as I journeyed to Damascus with authority and commission from the chief priests, at midday, O king, along the road I saw a light from heaven, brighter than the sun, shining around me and those who journeyed with me. And when we all had fallen to the ground, I heard a voice … Continue reading A light brighter than the sun at midday →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 2 Comments June 4, 2023 5 Minutes

Good enough

“And Elisha said to him, “Take a bow and some arrows.” So he took himself a bow and some arrows. Then he said to the king of Israel, “Put your hand on the bow.” So he put his hand on it, and Elisha put his hands on the king’s hands. And he said, “Open the … Continue reading Good enough →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 4 Comments June 3, 2023 6 Minutes

The stumbling block of holiness

“And after some days, when Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish, he sent for Paul and heard him concerning the faith in Christ. Now as he reasoned about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and answered, “Go away for now; when I have a convenient time I will … Continue reading The stumbling block of holiness →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 1 Comment June 2, 2023 5 Minutes

Meant for evil, used for good

“And when it was day, some of the Jews banded together and bound themselves under an oath, saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul. Now there were more than forty who had formed this conspiracy. They came to the chief priests and elders, and said, “We have bound ourselves … Continue reading Meant for evil, used for good →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 1 Comment June 1, 2023 5 Minutes

Of men and angels

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue, And those who love it will eat its fruit.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭18‬:‭21‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ Of men and angels As I read the verse from proverbs this morning, I found myself reflecting on the world and the overwhelming barrage of words filling the minds of all who dwell … Continue reading Of men and angels →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 1 Comment May 31, 2023May 31, 2023 4 Minutes

More than enough

“Then a man came from Baal Shalisha, and brought the man of God bread of the firstfruits, twenty loaves of barley bread, and newly ripened grain in his knapsack. And he said, “Give it to the people, that they may eat.” But his servant said, “What? Shall I set this before one hundred men?” He … Continue reading More than enough →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 1 Comment May 30, 2023 5 Minutes

Sacrifice

““These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends. You are My friends … Continue reading Sacrifice →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 1 Comment May 29, 2023 5 Minutes

The message

“But the Lord came down to see the city and the tower which the sons of men had built. And the Lord said, “Indeed the people are one and they all have one language, and this is what they begin to do; now nothing that they propose to do will be withheld from them. Come, … Continue reading The message →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 1 Comment May 28, 2023 5 Minutes

Go and tell

“Then the eleven disciples went away into Galilee, to the mountain which Jesus had appointed for them. When they saw Him, they worshiped Him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the … Continue reading Go and tell →

Bernie Lyle Christian Inspiration 1 Comment May 27, 2023 4 Minutes

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