Monthly Archives: January 2008

Helping Others

Montague Toplady wrote… “Since much wealth too often proves a snare and an encumbrance in the Christian’s race, let him lighten the weight by ‘dispersing abroad and giving to the poor’; whereby he will both soften the pilgrimage of his … Continue reading

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Super-Abundant Provision

Psalm 34 has two verses describing God’s provision. The verses are parallel in meaning, and yet slightly different. “Those who fear Him lack nothing” v 9 “Those who seek the Lord will not lack any good thing” v 10 An … Continue reading

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Is There Rejoicing?

Isaiah 55:12…”You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.” I am learning that no matter … Continue reading

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How to Win God’s Favor

God does not show favoritism (Acts 10:34, Romans 2:11, Galatians 2:6). Favoritism is unfair preferential treatment of some and prejudicial exclusion of others. No God does not show favoritism, but God does show favor. The Bible records many instances of … Continue reading

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Finding the Place of Rest

Psalm 62:1-2… “My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.” Restlessness and busyness are parts of life we deal … Continue reading

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Why am I Experiencing Pain?

“For You, God, tested us; You refined us as silver is refined. You lured us into a trap; You placed burdens on our backs. You let men ride over our heads; we went through fire and water, but You brought … Continue reading

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Loving as Christ

Andrew Murray wrote…”Our love to God is measured by our everyday fellowship with others and the love it displays.” I am thankful to learn from the wisdom of the Christian great men who have walked with Christ. Andrew Murray’s quote … Continue reading

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How do you See God?

Deep down in your heart do you believe God is for you or against you? What is your mental picture of God? Do you see Him holding a big stick just waiting to smack you? Or do you see Him … Continue reading

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Deleting Spam

Technology is “the way” to communicate around the world. But the spam adds up quickly, and it is very unwanted on computers. Spam not only is sometimes vulgar and annoying, if our eyes preview some of the advertisements it can … Continue reading

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How to Wait on God

“Wait for the Lord; be courageous and let your heart be strong. Wait for the Lord” (Psalm 27:14). What does it mean to wait upon the Lord? It involves: Stillness Trust Rest Quiet

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