If you thought the first temptation of Jesus was intense, allow me introduce you to the second: “Then the devil took Him up into the holy city, set Him on the pinnacle of the temple, and said to Him, “If You are the Son of God, throw Yourself down. For it is written: ‘He shall give His... Continue Reading →
See the mighty host advancing, Satan leading on;Mighty ones around us falling, courage almost gone!See the glorious banner waving; hear the trumpet blow!In our Leader’s name, we triumph over every foe.Fierce and long the battle rages, but our help is near;Onward comes our great Commander—cheer, my comrades, cheer!“Hold the fort, for I am coming,” Jesus... Continue Reading →
To maintain a lifestyle of gratitude, we need only four words: In everything give thanks... 1 Thessalonians 5:18a (KJV) When the sun shines hot or the rain falls hard - give thanks. When the table is full, scanty or empty - give thanks. When you are strong or when your strength fails you - give... Continue Reading →
She shifted from one foot to the other, glancing down the street again. It had been a while. The evening sun cast long shadows, and she peered around the corner, half-expecting to see a familiar face. A small, impatient sigh escaped her — half hope, half restlessness. Hoping it was the one she was waiting... Continue Reading →
Recently, I have been reading the book of Numbers in the Bible, and one of the things that struck me—terrified me, even—was seeing God's wrath on display. It wasn't arbitrary. It was in response to sin. God, being just, will always punish every unrighteousness deliberately not repented of. In this case, the sin was Ingratitude.... Continue Reading →
In Plain Sight 