By Your Spirit, Lord

Father, May we serve You, today. May it not be by our own might or power, but by Your Spirit. Then may we shout praise to your glorious grace when the work is done. Amen (Zechariah 4:1-7; 1 Corinthians 15:10).

Update

Hello Everyone, I ask you to be patient with me as our family is in an incredibly busy season. I am not able to share the details publicly at this point, but there is a lot going on in our family. I would appreciate your prayers for wisdom, peace, and grace in the month ahead. … Continue reading Update →

Bible Interaction Example

I failed to post this on Saturday as originally planned. There are times that my personal goals have to be set aside for other things. However, I hope the two posts from last week were helpful to you. After the posts from last week regarding Bible reading, I thought it would be helpful to provide … Continue reading Bible Interaction Example →

My Current Bible Reading Plan

In the last post I gave some suggestions and encouragement for personal Bible reading. I suggested picking a Bible reading plan, sticking with it, being flexible, and doing what works best for you. I find suggestions from other believers helpful when developing habits. While comparison is not helpful, examples can be very useful. I want … Continue reading My Current Bible Reading Plan →

Suggestions and Encouragement for Bible Reading

One of the things that I have personally struggled with is maintaining a planned Bible reading time. This is not due to complacency; I want to develop this habit. It is not the result of laziness; there are times I labor in the struggle. I have struggled not only with maintaining a planned reading time … Continue reading Suggestions and Encouragement for Bible Reading →

1 Peter 2:11-12 – The Hinge

Beloved, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from the desires of the flesh, which war against your soul. Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us. 1 Peter 2:11-12 Until … Continue reading 1 Peter 2:11-12 – The Hinge →

Fortress for the Oppressed in Times of Distress

The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know Your name trust in You, for You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You. Psalm 9:9-10 In the face of difficulty I often find myself drawn to the Psalms. I believe this has been the reflex … Continue reading Fortress for the Oppressed in Times of Distress →

1 Peter 1:1-2:10 Summary

Our church family has been studying the letter of 1 Peter. We just studied 1 Peter 2:13-17 this past Sunday. Review is incredibly important as we move through a book of the Bible, because it keeps everything in context. This past Sunday I gave a summary review of everything we have studied so far. I … Continue reading 1 Peter 1:1-2:10 Summary →

Don’t Fall Apart! Pray!

"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6‭-‬7 BSB I am prone to anxiety. In the battle against stress and fear I have a … Continue reading Don’t Fall Apart! Pray! →

The LORD Who Saves

“She will give birth to a Son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21 I know it isn’t Christmas. Even in the North Country of New York the snow isn’t flying, yet. Mornings smell like fall and have a bite to their … Continue reading The LORD Who Saves →