Tagged: Reflection

Joyous Christianity

“My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior” Luke 1:46-47 Some people think that the Christian faith is a heavy, and sometimes unbearable burden. They frown upon my appearance of light heartedness in spiritual matters. But God intended something far different. Christianity does not eliminate joy and happiness from life. On the contrary, it fills your life with abundant joy. Through fellow-ship with Christ you can know the blessing of His presence every day. The more you praise and thank Him, the more happiness you get from life. Joy is a fruit of the Holy...

Spontaneous Thanksgiving

“Your ways, O God, are holy. What god is so great as our God? You are the God who performs miracles; You display Your power among the peoples.” Psalm 77:13-14 We serve a wonderful God and King! But unfortunately, we often lose sight of His greatness. God is great and Scripture resounds with His invitation for us to share in His Greatness. Jesus promised to dwell in those who love Him and to be revealed through them to the world. When you are aware of God living in you, your attitude to life changes. And as you honestly and sincerely...

Rejoice in the Lord

“Then the people of Israel – the priests, the Levites and the rest of the exiles – celebrated the dedication of the house of God with joy.” Ezra 6:16 Many Christians see Christianity as somber and attend church simply out of a false sense of duty. Such an attitude tragically deprives them of the greatest of all joys: joy in the Lord. God offers you fullness of life. Turn to Him and you will become more aware of His life-giving Spirit. As you open yourself up to the Holy Spirit, you will find that your worship, Bible study and prayer...

God Hears Your Cry

“I call on the Lord in my distress, and He answers me.” Psalm 120:1 It is essential for you to realize that you are never completely alone and that you are not without friends in this harsh world. Jesus, the living Christ, has promised to never leave nor forsake you. He offers you His friendship and all that He asks from you is to be obedient to His commandment of love. Secure in this knowledge, you have the assurance of His constant presence in your life. He has already heard your call of distress and answered your prayer. ~ Verily...

Stay Close to the Shepherd

“Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and Your staff protect and comfort me.” Psalm 23:4 Scripture never tries to hide the dark shadows of life-not even death. This Scripture verse describes how God is always with us, even in the valley of shadow of death. Therefore we should fear no evil because God is with us. From time to time we should recall the moments in our lives where God was with us in the valley. Stay close to Him because He will always be...