The Prince Of Darkness

Scripture In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. ~2 Corinthians 4:4, LSB Quote It is not possible for the human soul to be satisfied with things.…

Blessed Relief

Scripture I wish I had wings like a dove, so I could fly far away and be at peace. ~Psalm 55:6, CEV Quote Some people live in a dream world while other face reality and a rare few learn to turn one into the other. ~Doug Everett Escapism is the tendency to seek distraction and…

Precious Peace

Scripture Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all he has done.  Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. ~Philippians 4:6b-7a, NLT Quote Peace is such a precious jewel that I would give anything for it but truth. ~Matthew Henry While Jack Taylor was serving as pastor, he…

True Rest For The Soul

Scripture “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” ~Matthew 11:28-29, NLT Quote Jesus desires to heal you of issues…

The Rat Race

Scripture Then Jesus said, “Let’s go off by ourselves to a quiet place and rest awhile.” ~Mark 6:31, NLT Quote “The trouble with being in the Rat Race is that even if you win, you are still a RAT.” ~Lily Tomlin My mother told me more than once that of her eight children, my birth…

Living In The Eye

Scripture “Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful. ~John 14:27, NASB Quote There is immense power in stillness. All things come to those who know how to trust and…

The Combat Zone

Scripture Listen, God, to my prayer!…My thoughts are troubled, and I keep groaning because my loud enemies shout and attack. ~Psalms 55:1-3, CEV Quote You cannot defeat an enemy as long as you deny its existence. ~Ya’akov I begin today with another quote: My heart is racing fast, and I am afraid of dying. I am trembling with fear, completely terrified. My…

Joy When Others Prosper

Scripture Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound. ~Psalm 4:7, NIV Quote God’s answer to every human problem is Jesus. ~Ya’akov David noticed the same thing that you and I witness: sometimes the wicked prosper while the faithful have problems. When idol worshiping pagans fair better in the market place…

Shrewd As Serpents

Scripture “Look, I’m sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as serpents and as innocent as doves. ~ Matthew 10:16 (CSB) Quote “The most difficult thing to achieve in the CHRISTIAN LIFE is balance.” ~Calvin C. Inman I doubt if the disciples were comforted when Jesus said, I’m sending you out like…

Be Strong and Be Courageous

Scripture Be strong, and let your heart be courageous, all of you who put your hope in the LORD. ~Psalm 31:24, CSB Quote Jesus Christ and Jesus alone is the true source of PEACE. There is no peace a part from HIM. ~Ya’akov God’s word is absolutely amazing. I took a step of faith last…