Secure in God’s love?
How can I be secure in God’s love? First let’s look at what it means to be secure. Secure means to be fixed or fastened so as not to give way. Jesus Christ was secured to the cross to bear the burden… He choose to bear the 39 lashes and He...
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Grace and Peace Multiplied to you
Not just a greeting! Paul often started off his letters with, “Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” In 1 Peter and 2 Peter, Grace and peace are multiplied. “Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied.” 1 Peter 1:2. Peter is not only...
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True Rest
“But now the Lord my God has given me rest on every side; there is neither adversary nor evil occurrence.” 1 Kings 5:4. True rest is a blessing. True rest brings peace. For the Lord of Peace (Jesus) will take on the battle. “The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent.” Exodus 14:14 The Lord...
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Don’t let problems hold you captive
Do you find your life plagued by one problem after another? The enemy desires to take your focus off God and onto him. When we are self focused, we are falling into the enemies camp. We are to cast our cares upon God. Unbelief, stubbornness and pride keeps us from...
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Cast your cares
Cast your cares. As I looked at my schedule for the next two weeks, these words came to mind. What does it mean to cast your cares? We are told in 1 Peter 5:7, “casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.” We do not need to...
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His Glorious ways
Vacations bring back memories of beaches, water, family, and rest. This years vacation brought about memories of peeling. The sun’s (Son’s) glorious light can bring about something new. It is a little painful when the old sheds away and the new comes. “For we know that our old self was crucified with...
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Going Higher
Do you want to go higher with Christ? Have the abundant life? The climb up may be difficult, but staying on top requires you to go low. The good news is that we are already seated in the heavenliness with Christ. “And God raised us up with Christ and seated...
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In the Zone
When you live on the water, knowing where your flood zone is is critical. I had a 100 and a 500-year flood zone on my property, which means that every 100 or 500 years, I may see that area of the land flood. I never thought in my lifetime would...
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