Hindrances to experiencing the fullness of His presence. The history of the nation of Israel speaks loudly to us from the pages of the Bible even though many people don’t find much significance today in the Old Testament books. They are part of the Bible for a specific purpose. God delivered the Israelites with a…
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Bible Study (day 11)
And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. Hebrews 11:6 (ESV) When I think of the book of Hebrews, this chapter stands out to me. This entire book of the Bible revolves around faith…
Bible Study (day 6)
We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain, where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf, having become a high priest forever after the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 6:19-20 (ESV) God made Abraham a great promise. He couldn’t…
A moment of stillness (93).
An incredible promise. But you, my servant Jacob, do not be afraid, and do not be discouraged, Israel, for without fail I will save you from far away, and your descendants from the land of their captivity! Jacob will return and have calm and quiet with no one to frighten him. Jeremiah 46:27 This is…
A Moment of Stillness (78).
Vindication. “No weapon formed against you will succeed, and you will refute any accusation raised against you in court. This is the heritage of the Lord’s servants, and their vindication is from me.” This is the Lord ’s declaration. Isaiah 54:17 Many are the weapons that the enemy forms against us. Though they are intended…
A moment of stillness (71).
God’s promise is forever. The grass withers, the flowers fade, but the word of our God remains forever. Isaiah 40:8 People make many promises but they rarely keep them. God’s Word will never change, and that’s a promise you can count on! Seasons change, flowers wilt, and the earth again will hide under winter’s frozen…