Paint Me a Picture
Robert was a believer who trusted in God to change all the negative aspects of his life into better days. Lately, he complained to God about the fact that he does not receive what he trusts God to provide for him. Jesus answered him. “Robert, you should learn to live in My rest (Heb 4:1). …
The Spirit of Jesus
I posted a letter last week about walking with God the way Henoch did. This raised the question of how did he walk with God? The Bible doesn’t tell us. The first answer would be that a person constantly has to acknowledge the presence of Jesus. Another reason, I suppose, is illustrated at a school’s …
The Essence of Glass
It was a very dark and rainy night. “I long for You, Lord,” Lilly said while looking into the darkness through her bedroom window. “Do you understand the essence of glass?” Jesus asked. She was startled to hear His voice but He continued before she could respond, “It is as hard as rock, not so …
Do you Belong?
My wife and I were on honeymoon in Cape Town, when we walked into a restaurant one evening, found a small table and sat down. Someone immediately approached and informed us that this particular restaurant had just opened and had a special opening night for the owners and close partners only. They were not open …
Seeing is Believing
Some people receive what they ask from God but some struggle. Thomas, was one of those who struggled. He was thinking about his problems when Jesus told him, “Faith is visible, Thomas and I don’t see faith when I look at you.” “Why, Lord, no, I do believe! You are real!” “Really, then why the …
Smell the Rain
The committee gathered around the huge oval table to pray. They have been experiencing a severe drought for months, accompanied by devastating fires in many places. It would have been somewhat more bearable if the financial situation was not so bad either. Patterson, the acting chairman, looked at them and said, “People, what we are …
From Agony to Victory
In May of this year the life of the McCombs turned completely upside down. The family consisted of Jonathan and his wife, Laura, their son (6) and daughter (4). (www.godvine.com) They lived in Wimberley, Texas, next to the Blanco river. One evening a severe storm caused a flash flood so strong that their house was …
Israel
Muslims created quite a stir recently in France and other countries in Europe. With disgust and disapproval, we’ve followed the news about leaders allowing thousands upon thousands of young Muslim men to simply march into their countries with sinister agendas. In disgust we noticed how the world is manipulated by some evil forces to use …
The Burden
We called it New Year a couple of days ago and already a few wrinkles are starting to show. In this particular time frame we are well aware of the war between darkness and light. The enemy, the devil, managed to get millions to follow him with the task to kill, rape or assault any …
Take that Selfie
The recent Blood Moons created quite a stir and triggered questions in the minds of many. Will there be another blood moon or has this been the final one? If it is the end, what would Jesus expect me to do in the final hours? Will the end be soon and how long is soon …
The Dream
She saw the industrial machine’s arms moving up and down while her grandson was standing close by. For some reason he extended his right arm and it got caught in the machine. The boy struggled and managed to free himself but blood poured from a gaping hole in his arm. “This is terrible!” Bell exclaimed. …
The Captives are Free!
Psalm 126 tells us about the captives brought out of Zion. When they were freed, they felt like they were dreaming, their mouths filled with laughter and their tongues with singing. When we read this we think about the suffering of many Christians in non-Christian countries. However, there are many captives in a free Christian …
First Date
“Lord Jesus, thank You for being able to talk to You whenever I want to. I don’t need to set a time or make a date to have a date with You. Thank You, Lord.” “Do you remember our first date, My child?” He asked. “I was still small, Lord, but I do remember, it …
Purchase a Talent
I’ve noticed a picture of a huge flight of doves sitting on the ground in the park of a city. They were apparently protesting against the lack of statues. I hope the city stood its ground. A monument, on the other hand, is of much higher value. God gave me Ephesians 5:15,16; walk circumspectly, not …
Powerful Weapon
When Delia had finished catching up on social media, she put her phone down and started talking to Jesus, “I praise You, Lord, and thank You for this new technology. It is wonderful to use this.” “There is something that is very worrisome though. What happens in Syria and other places is so sad.” “My …
I Am Real!
I posted a message last week with the heading, ‘Paint Me a Picture.’ This week did not start so well and at one stage I desperately surrendered into the Lord’s hands saying, “I give up on painting, Lord. I give up believing and holding on to what I have asked.” “At least I believe You …
Team Tomorrow
Team Tomorrow Seventy and seven odd more came to the field of team Seven-score. They scored so many times the spectators got bored. The Papers and the TV stations did not attend the games anymore. They printed the victory the day before. Sport fans tuned into the TV programs to watch future games, where action …