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Published 09/02/2010 - 8:03 a.m. CST

Between the time when Ishmael was born and the appearance of God to Abram in Genesis 17, 13 years had elapsed. What took place in that household during those years in many cases was very painful. The worst of which God had not appeared or spoken to Abram. Talk about a spiritual drought. When God did appear to him, Abram was so overcome he fell on his face.
Published 09/01/2010 - 7:01 a.m. CST

The church world today is in a battle with the enemy. The devil is sending out the evil spirit of slothfulness and laziness to everyone throughout society, both young and old alike.

You can definitely see it in the workplace. Companies and corporations can’t seem to keep employees, no matter the benefits, no matter the pay. The world in general, especially America has forgotten the importance of being committed and dedicated. Most individuals find it easier to relocate. A hard days work is just too much to bear in the modern day job environment. All the new technologies and modern conveniences have made it easier to put in less effort. There is a decline in the pride of a job well done. The time of a good days work for a good days pay are slipping away. We want to do less for more money in most cases. People want to be pacified more than ever before.

Published 08/31/2010 - 7:05 a.m. CST

Below is a list of the gifts that are associated with the prophetic ministry. When the Lord blesses us with gifts, remember it’s for the edifying of His Bride, His Church, and not for own edification.

We are vessels used for God to send out His word into the earth.

Published 08/29/2010 - 7:03 a.m. CST

Matthew 6:25-34
Matthew chapter six was part of Christ’s Sermon on the Mount that He preached to the people. In this particular passage of scripture, Christ is addressing the subject of worry.

Matthew 6:25 So I tell you, don’t worry about everyday life-whether you have enough food, drink, and clothes. Doesn’t life consist of more than food and clothing? (NLT)

Christ is telling us in this scripture to quit worrying over every thing. Do we have enough to wear? Do we have enough to eat and drink? He states, doesn’t life have more than food and clothing? Not that food and raiment aren’t important but Christ is wanting us to look at the big picture here. The most important thing that we should concern ourselves with is the condition of our souls. Have we repented, been baptized, and filled with His Spirit? Are we living according to His will? It says in the Bible, life is like a vapor, here today and gone tomorrow, the things of this world will some day pass away and what will truly matter is where we are going to spend eternity.

Published 08/27/2010 - 8:25 a.m. CST
Genesis 17 is a very enlightening chapter that reveals the differences between the covenants of Isaac and Ismail, and more importantly their inheritances. As Christians we must understand these things in order to have a Godly understanding of the events going on in Israel and the surrounding nations.
Published 08/24/2010 - 7:30 a.m. CST

Do you ever crave for a particular food, something that just the thought of starts the mouth watering, the nose straining to inhale a nonexistent smell, the eyes transforming the object in front of them into the perfect replica within the mind into said food? I do. It is usually brownies. Then I wonder why such a craving could not be for something good for me – like asparagus. But try as I may the level of excitement and pleasure and anticipation elicited by the mere thought of eating a warm, chewy brownie has never been, nor I am sure will ever be, reached by the thought of asparagus. As someone once said, “Is that right?” To which the other replies, “No it’s not right, but that’s the way things are”.

Published 08/22/2010 - 7:01 a.m. CST

‘I told you we should’ve taken the street to the left,’ I snarl. ‘Why is it when we’re in a hurry, we always get lost?’

‘Keep quiet for a minute while I concentrate!’ my husband retorts.

‘Hey, there’s a gas station! Someone there will know Wiley Street.’


Published 08/20/2010 - 7:08 a.m. CST

2 Thessalonians 2: 15

15So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter.

This teaching is as important now as it was back then, if not more so. Today there is an undeniable assault to keep Christianity in the background of our society.
Published 08/18/2010 - 8:29 a.m. CST
When a person gets born again they are set free, cleansed from any bondage of sin they were in prison with before they were saved. No matter what sin, what bondage or what addiction. We are set free. As Christians this is our inheritance!
Published 08/30/2010 - 7:05 a.m. CST

The people of Judah return from exile in Babylon. Judah was in ruins and the people have spent their time rebuilding their homes. Sounds innocent enough, huh? The problem lies in the fact that the Temple of God remains in ruins. The pertinent question, where are the people’s priorities?

The prophet Haggai is about to stir the minds and hearts of the people. He is a messenger of God, sent by God, to encourage the people to rebuild the Temple. He is the instrument that will be used to shake some scales from the eyes of the people of Judah, and to help them to see the error of their ways.

Published 08/28/2010 - 7:22 a.m. CST

A retelling of that fateful night in the Garden of Eden with a focus on the heartbreak of both God and mankind.

Two pair of eyes blended into rich green foliage. A shrill twitter from a branch above broke the silence.

“Shhhh!” The eyes moved upward and glared at the bright green and blue feathered tattle tale. Leaves rustled and caressed bare arms as night air drifted through the garden. The woman pulled at her waxy shirt.
Published 08/25/2010 - 7:33 a.m. CST

Does the earth belong to the Lord or does it belong to Satan? If one simply takes a superficial look at all the evil that is in the world one might be tempted to say that the earth belongs to Satan. But that is not true. The earth has been invaded by the forces of evil, subjecting creation to futility (Romans 8:20), but ownership of the earth remains in the hands of the Lord. I know this because the Bible tells us that He holds the title deed to the earth. Where does the Bible tell us that? In Revelation. Read on.

Published 08/23/2010 - 7:27 a.m. CST

In the book of Kings, the prophet Elijah prophesies to King Ahab that their would be no rain in the land for three years. The Lord then leads Elijah to the Brook Cherith. Here, Elijah was fed by ravens, and had water to sustain him.

Published 08/21/2010 - 7:03 a.m. CST
The Word of God tells us... 1Corinthians 12:31.. "But earnestly desire the best gifts..." Which is the best of the Spiritual gifts, and how might they be gained?

In seeking after the spiritual gifts of the Lord, we find many variances, all depending on how we seek the Lord, and what we wish to do for Him. Many seek after the gift of prophesy, and even claim to have it, because they had a dream or vision once, but is it a gift of the Spirit, or only one of the manifestations of the workings of the Holy Spirit..?
Published 08/19/2010 - 7:07 a.m. CST

The word of God tells us... (1Sam. 3:4) "That the Lord called Samuel: and he answered, Here am I." When we think of the calling of the Lord on our lives we think more to the work that we would most like to do, God using the talents we have to His glory. Sometimes this is so, but more over it is not.

Published 08/17/2010 - 8:19 a.m. CST

Psalm 23
A psalm of David.

1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,

3 he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.

4 Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.

5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.

6 Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever