Whole Gospel To Whole World
What does it profitsomeone who gains the whole worldbut loses their soul? Jesus once told his disciples: "What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul (Mark 8:36)?" The answer is clear: There is nothing more valuable than one's soul and eternal destiny. Money, prestige, power, success, or any... Continue Reading →
Whether rain or shineDuring good and bad seasonsGod is our refuge. Psalm 46:1 declares, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." No matter what circumstances believers are going through, whether in good or bad seasons, they can always count on the Lord to rescue them. He is our great deliverer.... Continue Reading →
God has chosen youNot as a common bird butA mighty eagle. I love what Isaiah 40:31 says, "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." God calls the ordinary to become... Continue Reading →
Dark clouds of sorrowTry to shade me from the sunBut light wins again! Life can be full of both joy and sorrow. When dark clouds try to shade us from the sun and steal our joy, just remember that light triumphs over darkness. Jesus said He was the light of the world. His light shines... Continue Reading →
When the storms of lifeKnock you off course. Do not fear. God is your compass. As believers, it's comforting to know God is with us. He will never leave us or forsake us. When difficult circumstances happen in our lives, they can knock us off course and cause fear. However, always remember---God is your compass.... Continue Reading →
When you trust in GodDespite your circumstancesYou will find freedom. We live in a broken world. It is difficult to trust in God during suffering and hardship. However, despite your circumstances, when you trust in God, you will find freedom. 2 Corinthians 3:17 states: "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of... Continue Reading →
You are the Potter.We are the clay you have made.A Divine image. God is the potter and we are the clay. He has shaped and formed us into the divine image. The Bible declares this truth in Genesis 1:26: "So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them;... Continue Reading →
The Creator madeFish, stars, trees, lakes, birds, dogs, seas. Also---you and me. The Creator is an artist. He brilliantly crafted the visible universe. All the fish in the sea and land animals were designed by God's providential mind. The distant galaxies and stars---he fashioned for the world to see. Not only did He create the... Continue Reading →
As the darkness fadesThe nearing dawn births new hopeWith the rising sun. In the book of Lamentations, Jeremiah writes: "The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness (Jer. 3:22-23)." What an awesome reminder that as the darkness fades, the... Continue Reading →
Like dense fog at dawnMy dreams were fading away Until I found God. In this haiku, the person believes their dreams are fading away---just like dense fog at dawn. The fog represents the person's normal circumstances. They don't want the fog they are accustomed with to fade away. Otherwise, they might not find their dream... Continue Reading →
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