May
6
Pleased, Please
By Julie B Cosgrove | 1 Comment
“and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form, like a dove; and a voice came from heaven, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.” Luke 3:22
Today, would God say He is pleased with you?
He wants to say that- and He is, if you have accepted Christ into your heart, life and soul. But, there is more to that formula, isn’t there?
God said this at Jesus’ baptism, which at the time was only a cleansing act. Anytime a Jew felt they had sinned and were unclean, they went to be washed by baptism. Today, so must we undergo mini baptisms and call upon the blood of Christ to wash us white as snow. How? Confession.
Jan
19
Hiding From or Hidden In?
By Jan Ross | Comments Off
For continual updates regarding Heart of God Haiti, please watch the website. We saw literal miracles yesterday … you’ve got to read how God used an “Angel”.
Many people have the fear that if they ever revealed to someone what they were really like, that person would reject them. There are many people who go through life thinking there is no way anyone could ever know them intimately and still love them. However, God knows us, better than we know ourselves! And, He loves us more than we could ever imagine!
“O LORD, thou hast searched me, and known me.” (Psalm 139:1)
Dec
29
Peace Level
By Jan Ross | Comments Off
Peace!
Everyone wants peace in their lives and in this world, but so few truly understand the Source of the true and lasting peace for which they long.
God promised “Peace” to His people…a God-kind of peace! This “Peace” does not exempt one from hardship; it only underscores God’s ability to keep those who have entrusted their lives to Him.
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” (John 14:27)
Dec
24
Handel’s Messiah
By Jan Ross | Comments Off
“Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” (Matthew 1:23)
One of the most majestic and anointed musical compositions of all times was written by George Frideric Handel in the 1700’s. One writer (1) stated, “As it turns out, The Messiah is either a Bible study with a beautiful concert attached, or a wonderful piece of classical music with a free Bible study included at no extra charge. I can’t decide which. I do remember reading that when Handel was alive, the Messiah was one of the most often performed pieces of music in concert, and that Handel gave away most of the profits obtained from his concerts to support orphaned children.”
Dec
21
We Are the Reason
By Jan Ross | Comments Off
“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear” (I Peter 3:15)
During this season, more than all others, the “Reason” can be hard to focus on for even those with the strongest faith. Television floods our homes with commercialized Christmas advertisements and programming. Radio fills the airwaves with seasonal songs, many of which fail to even mention the “Reason” for the season. Workplaces are full of hustle and bustle trying to get ahead so everyone can take a few days off without the business losing money. Parties, pageants, cantatas, plays, programs, shopping, wrapping, planning, cooking, baking, greeting . . . and the list goes on. Time is soon snuffed out and there is none left to devote quality time with the “Reason” for the season.
Dec
15
Baby of Bethlehem
By Jan Ross | Comments Off
From the manger to the cross, His glory was revealed to all who would receive Him. The same is true today . . . to all those who would receive Him His glory is revealed!
“For the Law was given through Moses; grace and truth were realized through Jesus Christ.” (John 1:17)
Jewish custom said there had to be two witnesses to establish the genuineness of a given testimony. The presence of grace and truth witness together that Jesus is the light of the world, the Savior, the Son of God. It has been said that truth without grace is cruel, and grace without truth is irresponsible. But when grace and truth come together, the heart of God is made known. The heart of God is present in Jesus—and that is the salvation of the world.
Nov
26
Give Thanks
By Jan Ross | Comments Off
Giving thanks should come naturally to all believers simply because of the victory that has been given through our Lord Jesus Christ.
“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57)
But, what exactly does it mean to “give thanks”? The word “thanks” in today’s verse comes from the Greek word chairo, a verb meaning to rejoice, to be glad – but not just any kind of rejoicing but to rejoice exceedingly. It also means to be well and to thrive.
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