17 And there was a man of mount Ephraim, whose name was Micah. 2 And he said unto his mother, The eleven hundred shekels of silver that were taken from thee, about which thou cursedst, and spakest of also in mine ears, behold, the silver is with me; I took it. And his mother said, Blessed be … Continue reading Sycophants and Sinners
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Love, Lust and Sensitivity: Lessons From Samson’s Downfall
15 And she said unto him, How canst thou say, I love thee, when thine heart is not with me? thou hast mocked me these three times, and hast not told me wherein thy great strength lieth. 16 And it came to pass, when she pressed him daily with her words, and urged him, so that his … Continue reading Love, Lust and Sensitivity: Lessons From Samson’s Downfall
16 Day Praiseathon: Day 6 – Manolo
Another rap song from Trip Lee. Not a song that I would typically go for, but I love the ingenuity of the lyrics. Thank God that we have a cabin in Manolo, Emmanuel, God with us, The Word, who became flesh, Jesus Christ. Be blessed ❤ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_pNTEpJqQU
Even Moses Doubted
"And the LORD said unto Moses, Is the LORD'S hand waxed short? thou shalt see now whether my word shall come to pass unto thee or not." -Number 11:23 Sometimes I read the Bible and I just find myself saying "thank God I was not born in that time...!", and the eleventh chapter of Numbers … Continue reading Even Moses Doubted
When Last?: Reflecting On A Journey With Christ
Happy Sunday! As I type this, I am en route to my getaway retreat. It was completely last minute.com in terms of planning, but absolutely necessary. Two days of reflection. No work. No responsibilities. No pressure. No expectations. As I take my own short hiatus, I just wanted to encourage each of us to reflect … Continue reading When Last?: Reflecting On A Journey With Christ
The Gospel is Nothing If Not Powerful III
"And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God. For I determined not to know any thing among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified. And I was with you in weakness, and in fear, and in much trembling. And … Continue reading The Gospel is Nothing If Not Powerful III
The Case for Christ: What is Your Reply?
One of my friends was telling me recently about a great book he has been reading by Lee Strobel called 'A Case for Christ'. Of course it is one I will have to purchase on Amazon, but the title really had me thinking of a verse I read in 1 Peter, which you are probably … Continue reading The Case for Christ: What is Your Reply?
Day 65: The Universal Sin
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all. - Isaiah 53:6 This verse of one of my faves. One of the difficulties many people have when witnessing is not offending the person being spoken to. … Continue reading Day 65: The Universal Sin
Day 62: Lessons From Isaiah – Our Eternal Salvation
I realise that I've been pretty flaky with posts recently, so I just thought I'd get back on it. The last verse I wanted to discuss before I went on a break was from Isaiah 51: Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look upon the earth beneath: for the heavens shall vanish away … Continue reading Day 62: Lessons From Isaiah – Our Eternal Salvation
Day 44: Who Do You Trust?
Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because they are many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the Lord! -Isaiah 31:1 This verse simply reminds us that we should look … Continue reading Day 44: Who Do You Trust?
Stephanie Speaks On 