Unwavering faith that brings results
Experience faith, live in faith, and rejoice in the results of faith. God is the source and giver of faith that permeates our lives and brings results that only God can do. We cannot create faith. Through God, we can experience it. ‘Believe and receive’ is not ‘name it and claim it.’ “Truly I tell [...]
00. How to Establish a Daily Quiet Time – Introduction
The simple habit of spending quiet time alone with God daily takes only minutes, yet we resist it. This investment pays rich dividends when we dare to accept the challenge. Have you spent time with God today? The best Bible teacher I learned the value of spending time alone with God when I was in [...]
05. Online resources for daily Bible study
Devotional material on the net; web-based commentaries and helps for Bible study; browsing for nuggets from the electronic version of Holy Scriptures. “Study to show thyself approved unto God” (2 Timothy 2:15). Comprehensive Bible study and devotional links The Bible says, “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be [...]
04. Ideas for daily devotions and Bible reading
Ideas for daily devotions and Bible reading. You’ve made a commitment to read the Bible each day. Do you read it from cover to cover, or is there a better plan? Where do I start? Here are some ideas to get you started A Proverb a Day for Wisdom There are 31 chapters in the [...]
03. Selecting a Bible translation for daily study
Selecting a Bible translation: Which version of God’s Word is best for daily study? Difference between modern translations and paraphrases; archaic language and reference Bibles. Everyone needs a Bible in their own language. Translations and Paraphrases The Bible has been translated into many languages today. You can read the bible online in 35 different languages [...]
02. Finding time for daily devotions and Bible study
Set a definite time for daily devotions and Bible study. Whether morning, noon, or night, make a commitment to put God first by keeping this appointment you’ve scheduled with the Lord. What part of your day would be best to spend with God? Finding the right time for you To establish your Quiet Time, determine [...]
01. What is a quiet time, and why do I need it?
The seasons of the maple tree teach us our need to meditate on God’s Word and spend time in prayer daily. A powerful analogy of Spiritual supply and demand. The colder winter, the greater the sap production. Analogy of the maple tree The maple tree is prized for its cool summer shade, its beautiful woodgrain, [...]
04. A promise for every problem: God’s substance of faith
God’s promises are the substance of faith. Rather than trust God to meet needs our resources are insufficient to manage, we blame God for not providing more resources. “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for….” (Hebrews 11:1 KJV). “Just trust God?” How easy is that? “Just trust God and it will be alright!” [...]
The Lord will fight for you
These verses were given to me by an online friend near the end of 1999, as I experienced a time of great difficulty. I’ve included his commentary as well. “Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today….” God promises… Exodus 14:13 – 14 Moses answered the people, “Do not [...]
When I say ‘I can’t,’ God says, ‘I can.’
‘Mind over matter’ is not the key. Meditation on the promises of God and his faithfulness to them brings peace, hope and joy when artificial mind games cannot satisfy. When I say “I can’t,” God says “I can.” God’s answers for hopelessness “It’s impossible” All things are possible (Luke 18:27) “I’m too tired” I will [...]
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