There is a great temptation to overestimate our own ability and foolishly underestimate the Spirit of the Lord. As we consider a familiar text from the prophet Zechariah, we are reminded that earthly means cannot sustain us, it is only the Spirit of the Lord, who is sufficient to carry us through any and every…
As we explore Jabez and his story of pain, we can discover the comfort of Christ and learn how to avoid a soft prosperity gospel. We can apply Jabez faithfully in ways that lead to true spiritual blessings of comfort, peace, wisdom and strength to steady us in the press of everyday life. The Lord…
Synopsis: In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, he prays two prayers. One for Enlightenment in chapter 1 and here in chapter 3 for Enablement. Paul longs for the believers in Ephesus to not lose heart or become discouraged but to know God’s power at work in them for His glory. Reading: Ephesians 3 Ephesians 3…
This message shows Isaiah’s growing understanding of the great salvation that he both enjoyed and preached. Salvation is not simply an experience that saves us from Hell, but is an ongoing experience with God that strengthens us for life and puts a song in our worship. 2 “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust,…