Category Archives: Our walk with Him

The Joy of Good Works

The Joy of Good Works
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.  Ephesians 2:8-9 Our works do not earn our salvation but they do affirm it. In our merit-driven, individualistic society, it is sometimes difficult to comprehend such a gift…
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Clay Jars

Clay Jars
But we have this treasure in clay jars, so that it may be made clear that this extraordinary power belongs to God and does not come from us.   2 Corinthians 4:7 Corinth had a history of wealth, and as a Roman Imperial city royal opulence was sure to be flaunted. No one would think to…
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Remembering Hope

Remembering Hope
We all have times we feel in need of hope. I love this prescription found in Lamentations - and it is something we all can practice. Jeremiah, who found himself in extremely difficult situation said simply; "This I recall to my mind – therefore I have hope." Jeremiah practiced an intentional habit. It wasn’t just…
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Jesus in my Heart: His life not mine

Jesus in my Heart: His life not mine
I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. Ephesians 3:16-17 Jesus lives in my heart. The Spirit dwells within me. This is interesting terminology and gives us one perspective of our relationship with God and…
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