How do you spend your time? What do you do in your free time? What kind of a Christian are you? Yes, these are some deep questions, but they’re worth pondering on. Charles Spurgeon preached about Butterfly Christianity. You’d think he was talking about it in a good way…like a butterfly, Christian would be one who is developing and becoming a person of grace. But no. Quite the opposite, actually. Spurgeon writes, “My dear friend, Dr. Taylor, of New York,…
Today, I want to share a few quotes about encouragement. When God has called you to do something, he will make it happen. It is not about your strength, power, and wisdom (or lack of them). It is about God and his abilities. Then we can face the future with joy and positive anticipation. It’s easier said than done, you say. Yeah, it might be so. Just remember to focus on God and you will thrive. Amy Carmichael has said,…
Have you ever met people who seem to ooze happiness? At first glance, they look like they have a halo that bright is the light around them. As you continue to observe them, you realize they have something deep within them that keeps them going despite their struggles. That is when you decide you want what they are having. You want to be as happy as them even when life continually gives you lemons. What about them satisfies them even…
How are you doing? Hopefully great! But sometimes life is hectic and you feel you’re running behind no matter what you do. Do you get stressed? How do you handle that? I think this is a very important life skill that all should have. I know there are a plethora of self-help tools available but I know of something better. And I am not talking about handling stress, I am talking about taking on strength like no other. He gives…
Do you know how to keep yourself in God’s love? This is an important question because only in his love do we feel safe and secure, happy and blessed. And his love is the rightful and most joyful place for all his children. Hence we need to know how to stay there. Only when we remember God’s goodness, do we dare to wait for God. The letter of Jude guides us this way: But you, dear friends, by building yourselves…
Are you easily anxious or fearful over things happening around you? Life can be chaotic these days for sure. But we do not have to be nervous or give away our peace. Even if I say so I adjust to new, demanding situations very well. What is my secret, you ask? Glad you asked because this balm for anxiety is meant for everyone. I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from aI prayed to the Lord, and…
Are you desperate for God? Guess what? Good for you! When we are desperate for God, we are at the beginning of something good because all beautiful things start with surrendering to God. When we think we don’t need God, we get lost. But when we are desperate for God taking over our lives, we are on the right path. I’m desperate, Lord! I throw myself upon you,for you alone are my God!My life, my every moment, my destiny—it’s all…
In the last couple of days, there have been a lot of quotes by Tim Keller – who made it home to heaven this week – going around in cyberspace. I wanted to share my favorite as well. It speaks volumes about what a wonderful Father we have in heaven welcoming all who believe in Jesus to him. We don’t need to wait until we see him face to face. God is waiting for us to show up in his…
The purpose of this post is to enlarge your view of your place in God’s plans. You see, very often we think that we don’t have what it takes to do great things for God. But it is not true. Sure, our own gifts, strength, and energy are limited. But God knows that! He has given at least one spiritual gift to everyone who is a steward of his multi-faceted grace (as the Amplified Bible puts it). And that’s everyone…
Do you need some encouragement on your faith journey? This post is for you. I want to assure you that as a child of God, you are safe and secure in God’s grace. Your future is in God’s hands. And his grace is greater than anything your ever face. Grace always wins. So rest assured, all is well, also in your life. It might not look like it. But trust God. He knows what he is doing. You can count…
