“He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also He has put eternity in their hearts, except that no one can find out the work that God does from beginning to end.” Ecclesiastes 3:11 NKJV TWENTY TWENTY FOUR It has been hard to contemplate all that is happening in our world, while at the same … Continue reading TWENTY TWENTY FOUR
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The ongoing benefit of God
“Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies, Who satisfies your … Continue reading The ongoing benefit of God
Eagles wings
“He gives power to the weak, And to those who have no might He increases strength. Even the youths shall faint and be weary, And the young men shall utterly fall, But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not … Continue reading Eagles wings
Sowing to the Spirit
“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. And let us not grow weary while doing good, for … Continue reading Sowing to the Spirit
Portion forever
“My flesh and my heart fail; But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalms 73:26 NKJV Portion forever Winter is hard for those who are getting older. With gust of cold wind, the flesh is reminded that there is nothing everlasting in these temporary tents. It is in these times; … Continue reading Portion forever
Pity on the poor
“He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, And He will pay back what he has given.” Proverbs 19:17 NKJV Pity on the poor It has been said that the Christmas season is one dedicated to giving. In these days of wretched excess, the emphasis has become oriented toward materialism; where people … Continue reading Pity on the poor
Fifteen hundred and nine days
“And she will bring forth a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.”” Matthew 1:21 NKJV Fifteen hundred and nine days Writing can be a very taxing endeavor at times, for it is dependent on the fresh flowing of ideas and an ongoing availability of … Continue reading Fifteen hundred and nine days
Certain poor shepherds
“And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”” Luke 2:13-14 NKJV Certain poor shepherds Nearly two thousand years ago a glorious message was brought to those who were cast afar, for bye the … Continue reading Certain poor shepherds
Prince of peace
“For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 NKJV Prince of peace In this season, it is common for people to bandy about terms such … Continue reading Prince of peace
Immanuel
“Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.” Isaiah 7:14 NKJV Immanuel There is something about Christmas that fills my heart with wonder. It is not the superficial nature of today’s celebrations, awash in debauchery, dissolution, and debt; but … Continue reading Immanuel
Musings from an idle mind 