Believing that God answers prayer is essential to being counted among His children. Prayer serves no purpose without faith. Jesus emphasized the importance of sincere prayer through His teachings and life. We can trust that God hears and responds to our prayers, as confirmed by Biblical Scripture and historical events.
Tag: Jesus
Let Us Celebrate Christmas
The term Christmas originates from Old English “Cristes Maesse,” noting its historical evolution across languages like Dutch and Latin. Despite controversies, including bans in medieval England, Christians unite to celebrate Jesus’ birth, emphasizing grace and worship. This reflection encourages collective rejoicing and gratitude for the gift of salvation. Merry Christmas!
Stop, Drop, and Roll
It’s Christmas time! There are so many good things that are gathered around our celebration of the birth of Christ Jesus. More meaningful than the visual effects are the joyous hymns, children’s Christmas plays, candlelight services, and conversations, oh, those marvelous conversations. Well, many are marvelous, some can be caveronus, and some may require an […]
More Than a Brick
The post explores how to live for Jesus in today’s fractured world, emphasizing faith over worldly distractions, possessions, or traditions.
Sheep and Cockleburs
This blog post reflects on the care required for sheep and compares it to spiritual nourishment for believers. It emphasizes that, just as sheep naturally produce wool, a Christian’s acts of love should be his or her spiritual “fleece.” The post warns about worldly distractions, which hinder spiritual growth and fruitfulness.
Times
We often maintain private schedules in our minds, navigating daily routines without formal calendars. Among these, times for communion with God stand out as vital, serving as non-negotiable moments for prayer and study. Ultimately, it is the present moment that shapes our past and future, making our relationship with the “I AM” God essential.
Guess What I Missed
The author reflects on the encounter between Jesus and Legion in Mark, emphasizing the immediacy of their meeting. The passage highlights spiritual warfare, noting that evil forces prepare for our actions. Ultimately, faith in Jesus empowers us to stand against the Enemy.
Mental Residue
Memories are physical alterations of the brain shaped by our thoughts and experiences. They reflect the essence of our mental activity and have emotional impacts. Followers of Christ can renew their minds through the Holy Spirit.
