“As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us” (Psalm 103:12). The dimensions and dynamics of God’s grace are immeasurable. When we think about the severity of our sins in light of His righteousness, we can then agree with Him that all sins are worthy of death. Only when we give…
When discussing life matters, we must first consider the facts of life. There are certain unalterable facts that points back to its origin. Where does life begin? How is life to be sustained or preserved? What does each life mean or the purpose for its existence? Then we take a personal look at life, and the question may be: what…
“For with Thee is the fountain of life: in Thy light shall we see light” (Psalm 36:9 KJV). Darkness conceals while light reveals. Things are further darkened by darkness while they are illuminated by the light. The Lord speaks His Word in order to guide us through life. His Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to…
“I lay down and slept; I awoke, for the Lord sustained me” (Psalm 3:5). Sleep is like a form of death. When we sleep, we are no longer in control of our thoughts or body. All is as if it is in the grave without a conscious thought but trusting that at the proper time we will awake. Our dreams…
“I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 3:14). The Apostle Paul uses the language of an athlete competing for the ultimate prize. Intermediate victories are not something he will settle for because his eyes are on something much greater. They may be used as a means to lead him…
“The stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone” (1Peter 2:7). What man often finds most useful, God may reject. And what man rejects God may accept. The materials used by God to build lives, communities, and His Church are not what we would often consider. He builds with character. He makes sure that what is being erected can…
”If the Lord can see everything in the world of the dead, He can see in our hearts” (Proverbs 15:11 CEV). God examines the inner-workings of the hearts of men. He is able to observe every secret thought and the development of the mindset of men. It is not just the immediate thought or idea that He directs His attention…
“Let each of us please his neighbor for his good, leading to edification. For even Christ did not please Himself; but as it is written, ’The reproaches of those who reproached You fell on Me’ ” (Romans 15:2-4). A selfless heart cannot be prefabricated. The fallen nature of man hinders him from becoming altruistic. Yet God is able through one…
“For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers” (2 Timothy 4:3). Teachers are instructors who mold the character of those who subject themselves as students to learn. The world is being fashioned by teachers. There are men and…
“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ’He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust’ ” (Psalm 91:1-2). On this day one of the most devastating tragedies occurred in this nation. This is the day when…
“Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” (Isaiah 53:1). God’s arm is His strength. The mighty strength of God has manifested in history to overthrow corrupt governments and to dethrone the reign of wickedness. When it appears as if all is lost and the exercise of faith is a futile act,…
“He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you” (John 16:14). The work of the Holy Spirit is to arrest our thoughts and energy and guide them in a new direction. He will give us an understanding of all things that belong to Jesus Christ. Beforehand our thoughts would wander and attach themselves…