Our true and lasting security and peace come from being close to God. God is continually with us, our strength and portion forever. He holds our right hand, guides us with wisdom, and promises us a future in glory. God shifts our focus from earthly envy, declaring that nothing in heaven or on earth compares... Continue Reading →
In Galatians 6:9, Paul challenges us not to grow weary, but to keep planting, keep watering, and keep doing what God has called us to do. Everyone grows weary. Life can be difficult. There are times we need to take a minute to rest and to regroup. Even Jesus rested (John 4:6; Matthew 8:24). What... Continue Reading →
In one sentence, Hosea 10:12 explains Israel's entire burden: They've been living off the harvest of their own sin. Yet, the LORD calls them to repent so that judgment might be turned to mercy. To remain steadfast in righteousness, we must first sow righteousness. The words "sow" and "reap" are used throughout Scripture to convey... Continue Reading →
If you were going to run a marathon, you wouldn't just lace up your shoes one morning and hope for the best. You’d spend weeks or months preparing so that when race day came, you were ready. I've trained for marathons. I completed an ultramarathon. The preparation was intense. My body and mind had to... Continue Reading →
In Christ, we're called to forgive as we're forgiven. In other words, God doesn't treat us as our sins deserve. Instead, He's slow to anger. Moreover, He holds back the judgment and punishment our sins warrant. Since God's love for us is as vast as the universe He created, He casts our sins as far... Continue Reading →
