When the Spirit prompts, take action
/in Steadfast Hope“From now on you will catch men” — Luke5:10 Have you ever thought of Jesus’ declaration to His fishermen-disciples? There are great opportunities that come our way, every day – people circling around us, searching for that elusive “something” for which their souls crave – occasions to show the love of Christ and speak of […]
Forgive As Christ Forgave You
/in Steadfast Hope“If anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do” — Colossians 3:13 Hate hurts the hater more than the hated, no matter how justified it may seem. We each have the opportunity to love our enemy and choose forgiveness. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse the offense, but when we […]
A Saddened Heart to God's Joy
/in Steadfast Hope“I am weary with my groaning; all night I make my bed swim; I drench my couch with my tears” — Ps6:6 Though we aren’t told the events that prompted its writing, the lyrics are filled with grief. But that’s not where the song ends. David knew pain and loss, but he also knew God’s […]
