[:en]Jesus invites us to come to Him because we need to be saved, to be comforted, to gain wisdom, to find strength and to have abundant life. To be saved – “Whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:15) To be comforted – “God of all comfort …….comforts us in… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/05/17)[:]
Category: Daily Devotional Thoughts
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/04/17)[:]
[:en]When the Israelites were captive in Babylon, God moved Cyrus to release them and give them the permission to go home and rebuild their temple. Today, God can also move the hearts of leaders to accomplish His will. “For the king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord” (Prov. 21:1) and “There is no… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/04/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/03/17)[:]
[:en]When Apostle Paul knew that his life would soon end, he wrote a letter of farewell and encouragement to Timothy, whom he considered a “son in the faith”. “The time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith. Now, there is… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/03/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/02/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Psalm 118 Biblical Truth: When you are in extreme pain physically and emotionally, read Psalm 118: “In my anguish, I cried to the Lord, and he answered by setting me free” (v. 4) “The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid, What can man do to me?” (v. 6) “The Lord… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/02/17)[:]
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[:en]Bush fires are regular occurrences in Ghana during dry season. Many acres of farmland were set ablaze due to cigarette buts carelessly thrown by the roadside. James described the tongue as ” a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one’s life on… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/02/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/01/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-12 Biblical Truth: Jesus taught his disciples “The Beatitudes” known as the Sermon on the Mount. Beatitude comes from the Latin word beatus, meaning blessed. In the New Testament, the Greek word makarios means more than happiness. It describes an inner joy that cannot be taken away by the world. Those who… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (7/01/17)[:]
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[:en]The St. Olaf Choir from Northfield, Minnesota is renowned for its excellence. All members are chosen based not only on how well they sing but also on how they sound as part of the whole. They agree to make the choir their first priority and commit to a rigorous rehearsal and performance schedule. During their… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (7/01/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (6/30/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Matthew 4:18-25 Biblical Truth: When Jesus was choosing His disciples, He first saw Simon and Andrew and later James and John who were all fishermen. Then he called them to follow him to become fishers of men. All left their career and followed Him. After the recruitment, Jesus began His work: teaching, preaching,… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (6/30/17)[:]
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[:en]A Brazilian architect, Hector da Silva Costa designed a famous statue “CHRIST THE REDEEMER” that overlooked the city of Rio de Janeiro. The statue is a model of Christ with His arms extended so that His body forms the shape of a cross. He hoped that this statue would emerge as the first image from… Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Our Daily Bread” (6/30/17)[:]
[:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (6/29/17)[:]
[:en]Scripture Reading: Matthew 4:12-17 Biblical Truth” Jesus began his ministry in Capernaum. He preached repentance and the coming of the Kingdom of heaven. His message was a proclamation of Hope in the midst of darkness. Personal Application: God is the light of the world. Let us surrender ourselves and commit to follow his leading. Prayer: … Continue reading [:en]Thoughts from “Light to My Path” (6/29/17)[:]