Sheep have good peripheral vision, but poor vision directly in front of them. Because their eyes are on the sides of their heads, they can see very well around them, but not very well in front of them. This is why they tend to let themselves be guided by the voice of their shepherd— who…
Recently, I ve had some moments where I see or hear something and I can immediately perceive that it is the result of the work of the Holy Spirit in a person. These occurrences, could be easily thought of as having no significance or no meaning at all. However, I have been able to perceive…
“This happened because Abraham believed in the God who brings the dead back to life and who creates new things out of nothing. Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping” Romans 4:17-18 “Hope is the last thing ever lost”—we’ve heard it, we have said it, we have lived it. Clinging to…
Do you ever think about your future and your life? Some people are very proactive in making plans for their life and their future while others may lack the sense of direction to proceed in knowing what to do. You may be that go-getter type of person who has it all figured out for the…
In the Old Testament (OT), we can read many times about how the Lord appeared to people that he wanted to send, to talk to or encourage. God would just appear all of the sudden, interrupting whatever they were doing with his presence. A few examples: “The LORD appeared to Abraham near the great trees of Mamre…
We rarely see God’s grace intricately knitted into our lives. We become frustrated in His hands, and we presume stagnation in waiting. Yet, He interrupts our plans to reveal Himself steadfast and sovereign. He interrupts our security to show us his mercy and justice. His peace will only reign in our minds and hearts if…
On one occasion, Jesus taught about how to pray, fast, do works of righteousness, and he talked about our everyday needs and concerns. He concluded: “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”(Matthew 6:33) Seeking the kingdom first means that prayer, the search for…
We tend to ask questions like: “Where was God when this happened?” or “Why has this happened if I follow you God?” I am never asking myself those questions. EVER. Here’s why.
