But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him”— these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the Spirit searches everything, even the depths of God. 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 Hymn – Open…
From Chapter 8 in the Prayer Factor by Sammy Tippit “George Mueller refused to relieve a salary from his first pastorate in England because the money came from pew rental. People had to pay for their seats in order to hear Mueller preach. Mueller gave three reasons for not participating in this common practice of fund-raising in…
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8 We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought…
At the end of the Norman Harrison’s book “His in A Life of Prayer: The Privilege of a Praying Life” he appeals for believers to make their life a Life of Prayer. Written just short of one hundred years ago these words remain true and exceedingly more needful today. The Call to A Life of Prayer…
Old Testament Genesis 44:1-45:28 New Testament Matthew 14:13-36 Psalm 18:37-50 Proverbs 4:11-13 Intercession for the Youngest From Genesis 42-45 we read about Joseph’s interaction with his brothers. They have come to Egypt to find food because of a severe famine throughout the Mediterranean region. Joseph seems to be play cruel tricks on his brothers, but he is…
Old Testament Genesis 41:17-42:17 New Testament Matthew 13:24-46 Psalm 18:1-15 Proverbs 4:1-6 The POWER of GOD Modern man has lost any sense of the absolute power of God. There is little fear of God in the world and sadly in the church too. So many churches are filled with members who are living unholy and impure…
Old Testament Genesis 37:1-38:30 New Testament Matthew 12:22-45 Psalm 16:1-11 Proverbs 3:27-32 Advancement Advancement in the area of business and sports is efficiency and execution. First place wins and second places loses. Many times cheaters *cough* 2014-15 New England Patriots *cough* even win. Not so in the kingdom of God. Mark 10:31 But many who are…
Old Testament Genesis 37:1-38:30 New Testament Matthew 12:22-45 Psalm 16:1-11 Proverbs 3:27-32 Suffering Genesis chapter 37 through 50 zooms in on the twelve sons of Jacob, whose name has been changed to Israel. Israel’s sons eventually become the twelve tribes of the nation of Israel. The person of interest and focus in the remaining chapters of…
Old Testament Genesis 35:1-36:43 New Testament Matthew 12:1-21 Psalm 15:1-5 Proverbs 3:21-26 Family Ties Genesis 35 is a rapid chapter where Jacob returns to the place where he initially met God. He calls the place Bethel “house of God” and there he builds an altar to God. This is where God changes his name from Jacob to…
Old Testament Genesis 32:13-34:31 New Testament Matthew 11:7-30 Psalm 14:1-7 Proverbs 3:19-20 The Day of Judgment The Bible gives repeated warnings about a coming day when God will judge. This should give everyone pause. I am afraid most are too busy to give it a second though. Many today are living their busy lives as if…