A man's wisdo
... to wrath is of great understanding (Prov. 14:29). How do you suppose this is true? I believe that it’s telling us that there is wisdom in the nature of one that does not increase the level of hostility. ...
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Anger Recycling
... that those other humans are ultimately not separate from ourselves. We can forgive them, even though it isn't going to be easy.
Without communication, no real understanding can be possible. But be sure ...
The Power of Words
... parents and children, relationship between siblings and friends. Our choice of words in communication during happy or serene times is not as problematic as the choice of words when there is a misunderstanding ...
Slow to anger
... that were spoken, but we didn't really listen to what was being said. And this often leads to misunderstanding!
Once, I "sat on the sidelines" as a husband and wife argued, firing volley after volley of ...
We are siblings
... who are in the church. We are just unconcerned about one another. Misunderstandings are blown out of proportion and people hold grudges forever. These and many others are of concern in today’s church. ...
God’s Promise and Assurance in Childbirth
“In like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing, but, which is proper for women professing ...
Marriage, a call to holiness
... the roots upon which the marriage tree can develop, grow and endure.
Marriage offers opportunities to grow deeper in our understanding of God. God’s purpose and focus on marriage are more than attaining ...
With Christ in the boat
"He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to His disciples, “why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”. ...
The sweetness of our Lord cannot be denied!
... gain intimate and satisfying knowledge of Him. And when we meditate upon His Holy Word, we will draw out a deeper understanding of who He is. (Ezek. 3:1-3). As we taste His goodness and love, He will reveal ...
The evil of unforgiveness
... may be a possible misunderstanding or even wrath. It may be that you are the cause of the wrath or the receiver of the obnoxious event. How are we suppose to respond if we are provoked by someone?
Forgiveness ...
At peace with God
"Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. ...
The message of the cross
... about the cross have been the most challenging. This is not due to the paucity of materials on this subject or a deficiency in understanding the subject but it is due to the fact it is enshrouded in mystery. ...
Jesus is our hope
... know will be your death? Instead of rage, Jesus responds with compassion, understanding how much these people need him. He even shows love to the soldier that’s there to capture him! Jesus also openly ...
Make time to pray
... in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, let's present our requests to God (Philippians 4:6).
Above all, let us continue to trust in God and lean not on our own understanding (Proverbs ...
Silence in Heaven
... hears the word of God (Revelation 1:3a).
Next, Job mentions that, hearing produces understanding and silence reveals wisdom (Job 13:1, 5). No wonder we are instructed to be slow to speak but quick to ...
I love God
... on our own understanding because we are limited, and the consequences will be disastrous. Our love for God should be in the form of our actions but not just words.
The great aspect is that there is a ...
You know me completely and watch over me
... to all of them their names. Great is our Lord, and abundant in power; his understanding is beyond measure”. In Isaiah 55:8-9, we read "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, ...
He shall direct our paths
"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths" (KJV) Proverbs 3:5-6
How often do we wonder about the ...
Understand that He is God
“Understand, therefore, that the LORD your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey ...
Remain in Him
"Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me." (NIV) John 15:4
I sought understanding into ...