Walking in His Light
27/06/10 12:47
As a lover of history, I love the story about Benjamin Franklin, who decided that lighting the streets of Philadelphia at night would add both beauty and increase safety to his city. Instead of embarking on a campaign of speeches and writing to persuade the other citizens, Franklin himself bought a large and beautiful lantern and mounted it on a long bracket in front of his home. He kept the glass clean and sparkling, and each evening at dusk he faithfully lit the lantern.Read Full Article
What does Michelle really think of me?
28/04/10 04:33
I will sing of the lovingkindness of the Lord forever; to all generations I will make known your faithfulness with my mouth." Psalm 89:1 (NAS)
What does your child think of when they think of you? Their answers would be very revealing, wouldn't they? As Michelle enters this new and exciting chapter of her life, I often think about what type of legacy have I really poured into her life. Read Full Article
What does your child think of when they think of you? Their answers would be very revealing, wouldn't they? As Michelle enters this new and exciting chapter of her life, I often think about what type of legacy have I really poured into her life. Read Full Article
New Year Resolutions
03/01/10 09:36
“Every man’s way is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the hearts.” Proverbs 21:2 (NAS)Read Full Article
Too Many Hats
06/11/09 18:18
As a woman, don’t you wear a lot of hats? During the course of your week, you may place on your head any of the following hats: wife, mother, worker, daughter, sister, chief cook and bottle washer, chauffeur, nurse, maid, referee, oh, yeah….and a woman of God. Read Full Article
You're The One
29/09/09 20:03
For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” 2 Chronicles 16:9a (NIV)
Do you ever long to hear God say, “I choose you”? Maybe you have read that He has a plan for everyone’s life. But in your heart of hearts, you wonder: Am I special? Does God see me? Read Full Article
Do you ever long to hear God say, “I choose you”? Maybe you have read that He has a plan for everyone’s life. But in your heart of hearts, you wonder: Am I special? Does God see me? Read Full Article
The Name Of The Lord
23/08/09 17:46
Worship is contagious. It just takes one person, willing to be vulnerable to God and the people around, to infect a whole group. Throughout Scripture, the people who led worship had to take some risks. Read Full Article
"Recipies For Life"
23/06/09 21:36
As Moses was tending his father-in-law's sheep in the desert, his attention was drawn to a strange sight. A bush was burning without being consumed. When Moses turned to look more closely, God said to him, "Take your sandals off your feet, for the place you stand is holy ground." (Exodus 3:5)Read Full Article
Kiss Your Frogs Goodbye
23/05/09 21:33
“Let my people Go!” In Exodus 5:1, we see these words first used by the Israelite leader, Moses, when he was speaking with Pharaoh, Egypt’s ruler. These powerful words given to Moses show us that it is the heart cry of our loving God for His “bound-up” children. Read Full Article
Song Of Solomon Chapter 5
23/04/09 18:17
The Bridegroom speaks….
5: 1 I am come into my garden, my sister, my spouse(Bride); I have gathered my myrrh with my spice, I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey. I have drunk my wine with my milk. Eat, O Friends, drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved. This is His manifest presence, which means, that it becomes localized and is made consciously apparent to one or more of our five physical senses, such as the ‘smelling’ of the fragrance of His presence. Through His manifest presence, the Lord comes to us in such a way that we not only sense His nearness, but are also made consciously aware of Him as a person.Read Full Article
5: 1 I am come into my garden, my sister, my spouse(Bride); I have gathered my myrrh with my spice, I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey. I have drunk my wine with my milk. Eat, O Friends, drink, yea, drink abundantly, O beloved. This is His manifest presence, which means, that it becomes localized and is made consciously apparent to one or more of our five physical senses, such as the ‘smelling’ of the fragrance of His presence. Through His manifest presence, the Lord comes to us in such a way that we not only sense His nearness, but are also made consciously aware of Him as a person.Read Full Article
Song Of Solomon Chapter 3
23/03/09 18:18
With Chapter 3:6 begins the third Canticle, the historical setting of which is the life of Christ and His ministry while upon this earth. The first Canticle ends with the entreaty of the bride, that the daughters of Jerusalem shall, ‘stir not up nor waken, her beloved until he please’ and the second Canticle closes with the same entreaty, although as we have noted with a different motive.Read Full Article
Song Of Solomon Chapter 1
23/02/09 18:19
1:1 The Song of Songs, which is Solomon’s – or which pertaineth to Solomon. This points our vision to the great Prince of Peace. The name Solomon means peaceful or prince of peace. It was through Christ and His death on the cross, that peace was brought to the earth. The message within the Song of Solomon develops around a Bridegroom who actively seeks a bride from among the Daughters of Jerusalem. The Bridegroom is our Lord Jesus Christ.Read Full Article
Song of Solomon Introduction
23/01/09 18:20
God moved on Denise's heart to study the Old Testament book, "The Song of Solomon." For the next six months Denise spent about four hours every day pouring over every verse in the eight chapters of this book. Denise not only spent time studying reference books but also spent countless hours praying and meditating on the message of "The Song of Solomon."Read Full Article
Shout To The Lord
23/12/08 17:56
“Rejoice in the Lord and be glad, you righteous; sing, all you who are upright in heart!” Psalm 32:11 The Psalms are filled with exhortations to “shout” and “rejoice,” to praise God enthusiastically. Read Full Article
Storms
23/11/08 17:52
While evacuating from Mobile, AL to Atlanta, GA in bumper to bumper traffic for the incoming Hurricane Gustuv, I was listening to our van’s radio to get the latest on this dangerous and deadly storm. It was at that time that I heard a commercial on the radio advertising for the insurance company Allstate. Read Full Article
Kingdom Of God Is At Hand
24/10/08 04:16
We are to live the Word of God in our ‘everyday’ life. When people see our lives they are to see the very same thing that they would read in the Old and New Testament. Paul said is 1 Corinthians 2:4, that our sermons may not be with pretty or smart with enticing words, but we are to come with a demonstration of His Spirit and His power. Read Full Article
Peace In The Midst Of Fear
24/09/08 04:08
The resurrection power is so invincible, we can be certain the Lord never forsakes, even in the midst of obstacles we consider impossible. Often, we become afraid when we can’t handle things. If we trust, He’ll do anything, just for us and He will deliver us. It is a real temptation to give in to fear during testing times, but it is important to realize that one of Satan’s greatest tools is fear.Read Full Article
Here I Am Lord
24/08/08 04:12
When God needed a faithful leader for Israel, He called Samuel. “The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, ‘Samuel! Samuel!’ Then Samuel said, ‘Speak, for your servant is listening’” (1 Samuel 3:10). Read Full Article
The List
24/07/08 04:23
In Exodus 20, God spoke these words: "I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt where you were slaves. "You must not have any other gods except me. "You must not make for yourselves an idol that looks like anything in the sky above or on the earth below or in the water below the land. You must not worship or serve any idol, because I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God. If you hate me, I will punish your children, and even your grandchildren and great-grandchildren.” Read Full Article
You Have Papers
23/06/08 17:26
We were recently in Washington, DC at the Nigerian Embassy to receive permission and pay the necessary Visa fees so that Mike can travel and enter into their country. As the paperwork and money were turned in, we were instructed that within a week or two that permission should be granted. Read Full Article
