Posts with the tag “faithful”

"But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days." - Micah 5:2   When Isaac Watts finished writing "Joy to the World," he wrote at the top of the page: “The Messiah’s Coming and Kingdom.” That was the heart of the song, the anticipation of Chris...  Read More

"Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in Him." - Psalm 62:8   Waiting. It’s something we all experience, whether we’re waiting for answers, healing, or direction. Sometimes, waiting can feel like a burden. Yet, as we look to God's Word, we see that there is a purposeful way to wait. If you’re in a season of waiting today, take these three key thoughts from Scripture to heart: ...  Read More

"The LORD is faithful in all his words and gracious in all his actions." - Psalm 145:13    Waiting isn’t easy. It’s often filled with anticipation, sometimes anxiety, and almost always the hope that what we’re waiting for will arrive soon. The Israelites knew this feeling well. They spent generations waiting for the Messiah, expecting a leader who would deliver them a powerful judge, a warrior, a ...  Read More

"Not one word of all the good promises that the LORD had made to the house of Israel had failed; all came to pass." - Joshua 21:45   God’s promises are something you can depend on, no matter how unpredictable life can be. Imagine the people of Israel, looking back over generations of promises made and fulfilled, recognizing a pattern in God’s character: He is always faithful.  Joshua 21:45 tells u...  Read More

"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." - John 1:5    Faith isn’t a leap into darkness, it’s a leap into light. God has revealed Himself to us in countless ways, showing His truth and His character. With all He’s done to pave the way for us to believe, trusting in Him today is more like running toward a light that’s always been there. From the beginning, God has b...  Read More

“So the king gave the order, and they brought Daniel and threw him into the lions’ den.”- Daniel 6:16    Living a life of radical obedience often comes with challenges and consequences, yet Daniel embraced this truth wholeheartedly. He knew that the safest choice he could make was to follow God, regardless of the risks involved. In doing so, he modeled what it means to live by faith, fully convinc...  Read More

"He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" - Micah 6:8   Faithfulness is the cornerstone of living a truly good life. But how do you actually produce faithfulness in your own life? The answer lies in walking humbly with God. Psalm 37:23 tells us, “The steps of a good man are ordered by the LOR...  Read More

“I am coming soon. Hold fast what you have, so that no one may seize your crown.” - Revelation 3:11   Jesus promises His church, "I am coming soon." Other translations say, "I am coming quickly," which captures the essence of the original Greek word used here. This word refers to the speed of His return, not the timing. It’s where we get our English word “tachometer,” which measures the rapidity o...  Read More

"And he who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who conquers I will give some of the hidden manna, and I will give him a white stone, with a new name written on the stone that no one knows except the one who receives it." - Revelation 2:16   In today's world, spiritual compromise often sneaks into our lives unnoticed. It's not always about outrightly rejecting...  Read More

“Don’t be afraid. I am the First and the Last.” - Revelation 1:17   In Revelation 1:17, Jesus repeats a crucial command: “Don’t be afraid.” He reassures us, saying, “I am the First and the Last.” For the early Christians facing intense persecution, these words were a powerful reminder of His eternal nature and His presence with them through every trial. When we love Jesus, follow Him, and trust Hi...  Read More

“Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” - Revelation 1:19   In the book of Revelation, we find letters addressed to seven literal churches. These messages aren't just for those churches; they reveal seven types of church members, too. As we dive into these letters over the next few days, let’s set the stage by understanding a bit more about the author, J...  Read More

"To the faithful saints in Christ Jesus at Ephesus." - Ephesians 1:1   One of the greatest tricks the devil plays on Christians today is convincing us we are something other than who God says we are. He loves planting seeds in our lives that lead to us having a poor self-image and an incorrect view of who we are. I believe there are people reading this who have been saved and are living “in Christ...  Read More

"When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory." - Colossians 3:4   If you were to ask me today what the secrets to sacrifice are, I would start with this: Jesus doesn't want just a part of you; He wants all of you. He doesn't desire a fraction of your life; He wants to be your life. Let that sink in for a moment. Colossians 3:4 declares, "When Christ, who is yo...  Read More

"Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: 'The one I kiss is the man; arrest him.'" - Matthew 26:48   I want you to take a minute and think about the disciples and the crowds who fervently believed in Jesus as the Christ, the Messiah, the Son of David. They witnessed His miracles, heard His teachings, and acknowledged His fulfillment of prophecies. They understood the significance of His ...  Read More

"Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Go near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools, who do not know that they do wrong. Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few. A dream comes when there are many cares, and many words mark the speech of a fool. When you ...  Read More