“Count your blessings, name them one by one … Count your many blessings, see what God has done.” A familiar song to those brought up in the church. But, when was the last time you actually did this? It is easy to become so overwhelmed with life’s circumstances and situations that we become blinded to […]
No Other Potter
Abraham had received the promise from God years before He spoke as recorded in Genesis 17:1: “And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.” In fact, so many years had passed that his […]
Everlasting to Everlasting
Eternity, a time which knows no measure, no beginning and no end. Our God was, and is and will be forevermore, from everlasting to everlasting—eternal. Before the earth was formed, He was! Before the heavens were measured out, His throne was established! Before the stars were set in place, His plans for your life were […]
A Sweet Savour
As you read through Exodus and other parts of the Old Testament you become increasingly aware of how much sacrifice plays a part in man’s relationship with God whether on a physical altar or through Jesus Christ. “And thou shalt burn the whole ram upon the altar: it is a burnt offering unto the LORD: […]
In Perfect Alignment
Nimrod, whose name means “rebellion”, sought to build a tower reaching the heavens so they could make a name for themselves. The earth was of one language, the people were one, and because of that they were powerful; there was nothing they could not accomplish because they were in one accord. “And the LORD said, […]
Drawing From the Wells
The prophet Isaiah said, “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation. Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation.” (Isaiah 12:2-3) If God is truly our salvation, we must […]