The pursuit of contentment and godliness is emphasized in 1 Timothy 6:6 and Philippians 4:11-12. True richness comes from what we hold in our hearts, not what we hold in our hands.
Category: Encouragement
Unexplainable Joy
Rejoice always. 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Possible or not possible? Joy is normally thought of as an emotion that comes out during positive situations. For the Christian, however, joy transcends a fleeting feeling, for it is an integral part of our very being. Although it may be difficult at times, the ability to experience joy in… Continue reading Unexplainable Joy
God’s Providence
Psalm 18 is a song of thanksgiving and praise by David, expressing his confidence in God's faithfulness and divine providence. It is a song of encouragement for each one of us to call upon the Lord in all circumstances.
Spirit Unhindered
The Bible urges believers to not quench the Spirit. By walking with the Spirit, resisting worldly desires, and surrendering to His guidance, we can keep the Spirit's flame burning bright within our lives.
Lighting the Path
That you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world. Philippians 2:15 To be blameless, innocent and without blemish is unfortunately outside the realm of our personal ability. The good news is, that although it… Continue reading Lighting the Path
God is Always Listening
Blessed be God, because he has not rejected my prayer or removed his steadfast love from me!” Psalm 66:20 We may wonder on occasion whether God has seen our distress and heard our prayer. If you can relate to this, then you are in good company because even king David had the same thoughts sometimes.… Continue reading God is Always Listening
In His Purposes
So the church throughout all Judea and Galilee and Samaria had peace and was being built up, And walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, it multiplied. Acts 9:31 Everything that we experience happens in the full knowledge of God. Learning to trust Him in everything and… Continue reading In His Purposes
Walking with Eunice
I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well. 2 Timothy 1:5 From all that we read about Timothy, we know that the apostle Paul had a deep fatherly love for this young man.… Continue reading Walking with Eunice
Walking with David
And David said, “The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine. 1 Samuel 17:37 Goliath had taunted the army of Saul for forty days, terrifying them, to the point that they were reluctant to fight at… Continue reading Walking with David
The Girl with the Unknown Name
She said to her mistress, “Would that my lord were with the prophet who is in Samaria! He would cure him of his leprosy.” 2 Kings 5:3 In the story surrounding this verse, we hear of a man called Naaman who was commander of the army of the king of Syria. He is recorded as… Continue reading The Girl with the Unknown Name
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