...  Let us never confuse the Shepherd’s reach for favoritism. He leaves the ninety-nine not in neglect, but in confidence: knowing they are safe while He rescues the one. He never forgets the one who wandered, ...

... example for us. Not waiting for the Lord has terrible consequences. We lose the favor of God like King Saul (1 Samuel 13:1-14). We delay God’s planned blessings for us like the Israelites in the wilderness ...

“These are the words of Him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What He opens no one can shut, and what He shuts, no one can open. I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open ...

... we cannot even eat when our sporting teams lose. Musicians, sports personalities and other celebrities are mostly chased for autographs and pictures. Some followers cry when they meet their favorite celebrities. ...

“The messenger who had gone to summon Micaiah said to him, “Look, the other prophets without exception are predicting success for the king. Let your word agree with theirs and speak favorably.” But Micaiah ...

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (NIV) Matthew 5:3 Bible reading: Matthew 5-7 The Lord begins His great sermon on the mount by saying blessed are the poor ...

... favor with God and victory over their enemies. In every battle, a soldier needs his breastplate to protect him from any attack made on the vital organs of its body. The chest houses all the organs like ...

... is so corrupt? I often ponder over this question when fellow Christians call for my opinion on paying a bribe or performing a certain favor to have something done for them because that is what the person ...

... indeed countless blessings and favors. Today, we are blessed the more by the resurrection of Christ. Sadly though, many at the crucifixion grounds missed so great a favor because of their beliefs and attitudes. ...

... no longer the enemy of God I used to be”. You can say “I am highly favored and blessed”. You can say “Jesus really made my life beautiful”. You can say “I am doing well by God’s grace”. Surely the journey ...

... can’t deny enjoying from God. I will say I have tapped into this goodness and I rejoice daily in this extraordinary favor from God. You too can say the same if you would empty yourself of every pride and ...

... instead use it to help others and to glorify Him. One of my favorite passages regarding money comes from 1 Timothy 6:17-19 which says: "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant ...

... kind of person God delights in, as He declares in Isaiah 66:2: "Has not my hand made all these things, and so they came into being?” declares the Lord. “These are the ones I look on with favor: those who ...

“Has not my hand made all these things, and so they came into being?” declares the Lord. “These are the ones I look on with favor: those who are humble and contrite in spirit, and who tremble at my ...

“In the beginning God…” (NIV) Genesis 1:1 Many people have wondered about the source of their strengths and favours. Today I am only attempting to stroll on this sensitive path for the consideration ...

... to the background because we prefer pleasing ourselves than pleasing God. Secondly, we should be prepared to pay the price for success in life. We all wish to enjoy the favors of Joseph in Gen. 41:41-45 ...

... (sit). The second verse shows us what we should do as Christians to receive God's favor. Have you noticed the paths you walk, the places you stand, and the seats you occupy? How long has it been since ...

... the stone of pillow into a stone of pillar of praise. Beloved, this is a great example we can emulate. I would encourage you to always praise God in both favorable and terrible situations. Turn all ...

... we cannot even eat when our sporting teams lose. Musicians, sports personalities and other celebrities are mostly chased for autographs and pictures. Some followers cry when they meet their favorite celebrities. ...

... meet them, and bowed himself to the ground, and said, “My Lord, if I have now found favor in Your sight, do not pass on by Your servant.” (NKJV) Gen. 18:2-3. Bible reading: Gen. 18. Genesis 18 talks ...