"Every word of God is pure..." (Proverbs 30:5 KJV). This seemingly simple declaration, penned by the Psalmist, reveals a profound truth about the nature of God's communication with humanity. The Hebrew word "imrah," uniquely used to describe God's declarations, underscores the distinct and weighty nature of His pronouncements. Coupled with "tsaraph," meaning to smelt, the verse paints a vivid imag...  Read More

"...Lord I believe, help my unbelief." Mark 9:24These words of a desperate father give us a powerful picture of what faith can look like when it's mixed with doubt. "Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!" he cried out to Jesus, pleading for his son's healing. This simple sentence shows us that it's okay to struggle with our faith, and that honesty with God is more important than pretending to have pe...  Read More

"The fire on the altar shall be kept burning on it; it shall not go out. The priest shall burn wood on it every morning, and he shall arrange the burnt offering on it and shall burn on it the fat of the peace offerings." Leviticus 6:12The fire of God should never go out. We must keep it burning. The fuel for this fire is the Word of God and Effectual Fervent Prayer. A man who neglects these two es...  Read More

"Christ's love compels us" (2 Corinthians 5:14)."Christ's love": This isn't simply our love for Christ, but rather Christ's love for us.  It's the divine love that initiated the relationship, the love that reached down to humanity in its brokenness. This love is the source, the wellspring, of all subsequent love and action."Compels us": This word carries significant weight.  It doesn't just sugges...  Read More

"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me,"Galatians 2:20In this verse the Apostle Paul speaks of a radical change, a transformation, at the heart of the Christian faith. This verse isn't just about changing our actions; it's about a fundamental shift in w...  Read More

Many are the afflictions of the righteous, But the LORD delivers him out of them all.Psalm 34:19"Many are the afflictions of the righteous..."The Bible is full of  stories of righteous individuals like Job, David, and the prophets who endured immense hardship despite their faithfulness to God. These figures serve as powerful examples of how righteousness and suffering can coexist.There are differe...  Read More

"When the sun had gone down and it was dark, behold, a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch passed between these pieces". - Genesis 15:17"Genesis 15:17 describes a symbolic act: 'When the sun had gone down and it was dark, behold, a smoking fire pot and a flaming torch passed between these pieces.' This imagery of fire passing through broken fragments speaks to the profound act of sacrifice.Sacrif...  Read More

“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it." Matthew 15:45-46The Cost of Discipleship: A Journey of Surrender and AbundanceMatthew 15:45-46 speaks of the disciples recognizing Jesus's authority and marveling at his teachings. This recognition, however, demands a response. Tr...  Read More

"Remember therefore how you have received and heard.." Rev. 3:3Salvation is the most amazing gift God could have ever given mankind. What do you remember about the day you gave your heart to Jesus? What was the experience like? How did you feel physically, emotionally and spiritually? Here Jesus (through the Apostle John) here encourages us to remember how you received. Remember the Holy Spirit de...  Read More

"Seek, and ye shall find" - Matthew 7:7This familiar verse speaks to the heart of our relationship with Jesus Christ. Many of us, even after conversion, remain on the surface, primarily seeking God for what He can do for us. We pray for blessings - a new job, healing, financial security. And wonderfully, He answers these prayers!But the deepest desire of Christ is intimacy – a profound, personal c...  Read More

We must not be lazy in our walk with God. We must “walk circumspectly” (Eph5:15) that is to walk cautiously and not risk faltering as we walk with Christ. We are at risk when we get lazy and haphazard in pursuing the promise of God. Do not allow distractions to pull your attention away from the task at hand, which is to walk in the light of Christ. It takes a conscious effort to follow Him. The Sp...  Read More

1 Peter 1:25 ...but the Word of the Lord endures forever.         God's word is always right. God's Word should mold our beliefs, convictions, and conscience. Our flesh attempts to do just the opposite. Flesh wants to align the Word with our life, the Spirit wants to align our life with the Word. (I’ll say it again to emphasize the importance of that statement).. Flesh wants to align the Word with...  Read More