Isaiah prophesied before the people of Judah. They had become self-focused and self-righteous, having replaced the God of glory with their own thinking. Having declared evil as good, and good as evil, they forsook the Lord who loved them. The Law became nothing, being replaced by their own ideals; sacrifices had become mere rituals rather... Continue Reading →
Jesus Must Increase – we must decrease John 3.22-36
Some thought John the Baptist would be jealous; others thought he would panic because his popularity was fading; some saw him in competition with Jesus. But John was filled with joy to hear of the works of Christ and that people were going to Him, being baptized by His disciples, and were following Him.... Continue Reading →
Praying in Expectation 1 Thessalonians 3.10-12
In writing to the believers in Thessalonica, Paul told them how he had been praying for them. Now may our God and Father Himself, and our Lord Jesus, direct our way to you, and may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, as we do for you,... Continue Reading →
In the most violent Storms – we have a Certain Refuge Psalm 57.1-11
Hiding in a cave, pursued by enemies and in danger of his life, David prayed. Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me, for in you my soul takes refuge; in the shadow of your wings I will take refuge, till the storms of destruction pass by (Psalm 57.1). Knowing there was... Continue Reading →
God’s Sovereign Timing is Perfect Galatians 4.1-9
Just at the right time and in God’s sovereign design He sent His Son to save us. But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons (Galatians 4.4-5).... Continue Reading →
