But Jesus would often slip away to the wilderness and pray - Luke 5:16After he had sent the crowds away, he went up on the mountainside by himself to pray, and when it was evening he was there alone - Matthew 14:23In the early morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the... Continue Reading →
God’s will and your willingness
Christians can spend a lifetime wondering about the will of God. Conferences, fasting, pleading with him in prayer and asking everyone who offers to pray that it will be revealed. Some believers are expecting a massive wiz-bang moment where everything is made clear while others just want a little glimpse so they can move forward. Most of... Continue Reading →
Open our eyes God, so that we may see…
In the middle of chapter 6 of 2 kings in the Old Testament, there is a story about Elisha the prophet, and 3 incidents he was involved in that tells us a bit about Gods character, and shows us what happens when make ourselves available to God and others. Before we go any further please... Continue Reading →
Spiritual food for thought – Consider how you ask for wisdom
When Christians commit to living in trials differently, and stand firm when asking for wisdom, a transformation takes place that causes faith to grow, and the unbelievers heart to be curious. In the book of John, Jesus tells his disciples that in the world they will have many trials and sorrows (NLT). He also tells... Continue Reading →
Remembering his strength and your deliverence
By focusing on Gods faithfulness in the past, we are able to face todays crisis's with confidence rather than fear. Chapters 5 to 14 in the book of Exodus are worth a read. The Israelites had been slaves to the Egyptians for a long time, and God sends Moses to have a chat with Pharaoh... Continue Reading →
Come to who, not a what
Come to me, all who are weary and heavily burdened (by religious rituals that provide no peace), and I will give you rest(refreshing your souls with salvation). Take my yoke upon you and learn from me (following me as my disciple), for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest (renewal,... Continue Reading →
Be a Bartimaeus
How easy do you give up pursuing Jesus when people or things get in your way? There is a great story in the Gospel of Mark about a blind beggar who could see better than everyone else around him. I would encourage you to take a look at Mark 10:46-52. Jesus and the disciples were... Continue Reading →
Spiritual food for thought from Hebrews
I have been sitting with these couple of verses and find them Sharp, Helpful and not to mention Gods sense of humour chucked in there. Chapter 3: 12-13 See to it, brothers and sisters, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God. But encourage one another daily,... Continue Reading →
A prayer for you this week – Keep in step
I am writing to encourage you who have responded to the call of Christ. Whether you're a follower or believer it doesn't matter, my prayer applies to you both. Its good to be reminded about what God did and continues to do for us who are part of the body of Christ. Romans 5:8 says... Continue Reading →
Facing our nebuchadnezzar’s with confidence.
Do you find yourself reacting or responding when there is a crisis, and when it's all over, do you remember to stop and thank God before doing anything else? A couple of questions that come out of chapter two of the book of Daniel. Nebuchadnezzar had been having some crazy dreams. Not from eating too... Continue Reading →
Doubledgedsword Devotions 