In The Presence of All

Psalm 116 is a psalm, most likely written by David, expressing gratitude and love for God. The psalmist loves God because He hears and answers prayers, delivers and saves, and offers care and comfort. It reflects on God’s salvation and calls others to join in worship and service. The psalm is a beautiful expression ofContinue reading “In The Presence of All”

God Remembered Abraham

Not only does God remember us when we are living surrounded by wickedness but He also remembers the promises He makes to us. God made a three-tiered covenant with Abraham. Abraham and his family would multiply greatly and become a mighty nation, inherit the land promised by God, and, through his lineage, bring salvation toContinue reading “God Remembered Abraham”

God Remembered Noah

The Scriptures not only teach us what we should remember about God but also reveal that God remembers. This does not imply that He forgets as we do, but rather that He intentionally brings things to the forefront of His mind. The first example of this comes during the flood. Mankind became so wicked GodContinue reading “God Remembered Noah”

Commit Your Work

So, we’ve established that we all have to work and that when we work we must first consider how work to be to and for the Lord. Solomon gives us a little more insight into our attitude toward work. Commit your work to the Lord,    and He will establish your plans. – Proverbs 16:3 (ESV) Solomon isContinue reading “Commit Your Work”

The Mountain of Temptation

Mountains not only play a prevalent role in the Old Testament but they are pop up repeated in the New Testament. Jesus frequently retreated to the mountains. He named his 12 apostles on a mountain. He was transfigured atop a mountain. He gave his most important sermon on a mountain. These are just a few.Continue reading “The Mountain of Temptation”

Mt. Carmel – The Mountain of Action

Mount Carmel is part of a mountain range in northwestern Israel. Its elevation is 1,791 feet (546 meters). It is made mostly of limestone and flint. The range also features many caves. The mountain appears a few times in the Bible. Its most famous appearance is with Elijah and the prophets of Baal. The fullContinue reading “Mt. Carmel – The Mountain of Action”

Before the Mountains…

This month we will be exploring the theme of mountains in the Bible. Mountains play an incredibly important role in the Scriptures. Some of – if not all – the most important events of the Bible happen on a hill or mountain. Why do you think that is? My favorite song, La Belle Fleur Sauvage,Continue reading “Before the Mountains…”

June Scripture Readings

June’s scripture readings are here and I am very excited about our monthly study. In June, we will be exploring the Mountains of God. Both physical and abstract mountains play a prominent role in the Scriptures! So, put on your hiking boots and grab your crampons, we’re going mountaineering. After all, life is not aContinue reading “June Scripture Readings”

The Battle Belongs to the Lord

We’ve spent the last month examining what it truly means to be a soldier for Christ. We’ve examined: 🪖 The Battlefield. 🪖 The enemy. 🪖 Our Spiritual Armor. 🪖 Our Actions & Attitudes as Soldiers. 🪖 God as our General. 🪖 Our Guaranteed Victory. While we are soldiers for Christ, it is important to rememberContinue reading “The Battle Belongs to the Lord”

The Lord is My Banner

In war, banners/flags were often used to indicate the leader/country an approaching army represented. It was also generally multiple soldiers’ job to hold the banner – the banner must always be waving – as the banner went so did the army. If a soldier died holding the banner, another would pick it up and moveContinue reading “The Lord is My Banner”