Reference: Haggai 1:13, 14
If you are discouraged today, “I am with you” is God’s word of encouragement for you. The task ahead might be huge, the enemies around you might try to intimidate you, and perhaps you find that your own strength is giving out. There is only one reply God has for you, … Read the rest
Reference: Numbers 31:6z
What is the importance of the signal?
The man who signals has to be in perfect tune and obedience to his commander. Though a huge army is prepared for war, the war will begin only when the trumpet is sounded. And when the command is given by the leader, the man who … Read the rest
Jesus said, “Ask and it will be given to you” (Matthew 7:7).
At first look, this looks quite simple; isn’t it? But is it really that simple? If God gave you a chance to ask him something what would you ask? Are you prepared for such a chance?
King Solomon got such a chance. God … Read the rest
Reference: Jonah 3:5
The message from God came through Prophet Jonah to the Ninevites. They believed God and repented at his preaching. God accepted their change of heart. He relented from the calamity he had planned to send on them.
Jonah was given a message of Judgement to proclaim. But he did not want to … Read the rest
He will not turn his face from you if you return to him (2 Chronicles 30:9b).
God is speaking a word of encouragement to you today. He will not turn his face from you. In response, will you say along with the Psalmist “Your face, Lord, I will seek.”
The people of Judah and all … Read the rest
Reference: Numbers 2:2
What are the lessons we can learn from the way the Israelites camped?
First of all, it was not their idea, but it was God’s command. The Israelites camped in a particular way because God so commanded it. So it was obedience in action.
We also need to note that God is … Read the rest
Reference: 2 Chronicles 18:21
It is amazing to note how much lies are said today in the Christian world. This is nothing new.
As we look at the passage given above, we find how prophets of God spoke lies to gain the favour of the king. There were four hundred prophets who predicted success for … Read the rest
Reference: Hosea 9:10
This verse talks about the deep disappointment of God. The Israelites had showed great promise at the beginning of their journey with God.
God compares this to a traveller finding grapes in the desert. It would create a great expectation in the person’s heart about finding plenty more food and water in … Read the rest
Reference: 2 Chronicles 5:13b, 14.
Then. You might be curious to know what happened after “Then.” We are now trying to look at one the biggest moments in the history of Israel. It was the day the magnificent temple at Jerusalem was dedicated.
When they had done a few things under the leadership of Solomon … Read the rest
The last five years were all a downward spiral for him. He had lost his job and the two businesses he tried to do had failed. His friends deserted him when his money was gone. One night, his heart became heavy with sorrow. He began to walk aimlessly. It was not once or twice that … Read the rest
“Be holy, because I, the LORD your God, am holy” (Leviticus 19:2b NIV).
First of all, we should be thankful that God has given us no less a standard than he himself. There is no doubt about this command. “Be holy,” leaves us with no doubt that this is impossible.
Then why did God issue … Read the rest
Dear Child of God, are you passing through some great difficulty? Are you finding it difficult to praise God during this time? If so, consider these things:
First of all, the more you keep away from God, the more misery you have to go through. He is waiting expectantly for you to come back to … Read the rest
Prayer the Answer to Worry
Most people constantly worry. You might be one among them. The Bible tells us that prayer is the way to conquer worry. It advises us not to be anxious, but with hearts of thanks and praise, present our requests to God.
God himself has initiated prayer. He has asked us to call to him in prayer. It is an invitation that we should feel welcome to respond to.
Jesus taught us to persist in prayer. He told that we should always pray and never give up. Therefore we should never be discouraged in prayer even when … Read the rest
Come into His Presence
Prayer is talking to God. Therefore the first thing to do is to come into his presence. The Bible clearly tells us that we have right of entry to the throne of grace by the precious blood of Jesus. So first ask Jesus to wash you with his precious blood even … Read the rest
