Salvation is to be found through him alone; in all the world there is no one else whom God has given who can save us.” Acts 4:12 GNT For a child will be born for us,a son will be given to us,and the government will be on his shoulders.He will be namedWonderful Counselor, Mighty God,Eternal Father, Prince […]
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Reading Digest: “The Blue Parakeet”by Scot McKnight
“The Blue Parakeet”: Rethinking How You Read the Bible, 2nd edition is authored by Dr. Scot McKnight, PhD., publication date 2018, by Zondervan. I came across this phenomenal book as a recommendation from a dear friend (from afar 😉), Lisa D. Harper, PhD, on her podcast, “Back Porch Theology.” My curiosity is piqued by the […]
“The Most Strategic Move in Winning the Battle Begins with the Surrender”
It’s no secret that it takes courage to stand up for what you believe in. Whether you are passionate about politics, environmental crises, medical research campaigns, gender and diversity wars in the workplace, serving and making a difference for the marginalized in our communities, activism for the unborn and those without a voice … it […]
Lift Your Spirit ~ “God I’m Just Grateful”
4 what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? Psalm 8:4 NIV Those are exactly my thoughts. Who am I that You would take the time to even notice me, let alone tend to my every need … One of my favorite Bible scholars on the planet, Dr. Lisa […]
Lift Your Spirit ~ “Even Though I Walk”
The Lord Is My Shepherd A Psalm of David. 23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.He leads me beside still waters.3 He restores my soul.He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil,for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table […]
Lift Your Spirit ~ “Let The Body Sing”
Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: “Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns. Revelation 19:6 NIV I’ve heard it say that one of our greatest weapons of warfare is praise. So, let this one sink in, Friend. It’s likely that you may have […]
Lift Your Spirit ~ “Dear Jesus”
8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8-9 ESV 13 For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:13 NKJV Have you heard the good news that Jesus wants to steer you away from […]
Lift Your Spirit ~ “Closer”
Come close to God, and he will come close to you. Clean up your lives, you sinners, and clear your minds, you doubters. James 4:8 GWT let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our […]
Lift Your Spirit ~ “Three Days Later”
5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. 6 He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Matthew 28:5-6 NIV It’s time for a Celebration, Friend! I love you to Heaven and Back ~ […]
Lift Your Spirit ~ “Jesus Paid It All”
But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 NKJV Christ was without sin, but for our sake God made him share our sin in order that in union with him we might share the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 GNT Praying for […]
Titus Two 