For he spoke and it came to be; he commanded, and it stood firm. Psalm 33:9 In Genesis 18, God asked the question – “Is anything too hard for the LORD?” Abraham wanted to believe, but Sarah was sceptical. When Job was faced with this question, he replied, “I know that you can do all… Continue reading Nothing is Impossible
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A Change of Focus
I will ponder all your work, and meditate on your mighty deeds. Psalm 77:12 What I love about the different psalmists is their honesty regarding their personal frustrations and their perceived belief of God. In psalm 77 we watch Asaph talk himself from despair to hope, and it is absolutely fascinating. He is deeply troubled… Continue reading A Change of Focus
I Am Fully Known (3/3)
You Know All My Circumstances You hem me in, behind and before, and lay your hand upon me. If I take the wings of the morning and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there your hand shall lead me, and your right hand shall hold me. Psalm 139 One of the most… Continue reading I Am Fully Known (3/3)
I Am Fully Known (2/3)
You Know All My Thoughts You discern my thoughts from afar. Even before a word is on my tongue, behold, O Lord, you know it altogether. Psalm 139 Research is done on a myriad of topics across the globe, so it probably won’t surprise you to hear that a university in Canada embarked on a… Continue reading I Am Fully Known (2/3)
I Am Fully Known (1/3)
You Know All My Ways O Lord, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; You search out my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all my ways. Psalm 139 How many people really know you? Is there anyone that you have… Continue reading I Am Fully Known (1/3)
Habitual or Ritual
For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings. Hosea 6:6 Getting into the habit of practicing these 5 elements of prayer, meditation, generosity, stillness and fasting is spiritually beneficial, but they must come from a place of obedience to God’s word, for the soul desire of experiencing… Continue reading Habitual or Ritual
Fasting – A Healthy Habit
But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. Matthew 6:18 There are various times throughout scripture that we are given access to someone’s personal time of fasting – Moses, Elijah, David, Daniel. The occasions may… Continue reading Fasting – A Healthy Habit
Stillness – A Restorative Habit
I find it so hard to sit or stand still for any length of time because I’m just too fidgety. Even at night, if I manage to get my body to lie still, my mind is constantly replaying conversations or playing the ‘what-if’ game. It’s exhausting. I have two verses that relieve the night-time mind-agitation… Continue reading Stillness – A Restorative Habit
Generosity – A Pleasing Habit
Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed. Proverbs 19:17 Living generously is about far more than money; it’s about being generous with whatever the Lord has blessed you with; it’s about being generous of spirit. Don’t hide your talents where no-one can see them,… Continue reading Generosity – A Pleasing Habit
Prayer – An Essential Habit
Pray then like this: “Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name” Matthew 6:9 Prayer was essential to the Lord Jesus, and he was in the habit of rising early, going someplace quiet, and talking to his Father. These conversations were vital to everything that the Lord would face and what he was… Continue reading Prayer – An Essential Habit
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