One of our favorite passages from the story of Christmas is the account of the angels appearing to the shepherds by night. Before a host of angels declared “glory to God in the highest,” the angel of the Lord made a great announcement: Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I … Continue reading Great Joy
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Faith Fueled by Prayer
The Bible says that we are to live a life of faith (Romans 1:17). We are to “walk by faith, and not by sight,” allowing God’s Word to be our guide in every situation—good or bad (2 Corinthians 5:7). We are not alone in this, however. The “author and finisher of our faith,” Jesus, did … Continue reading Faith Fueled by Prayer
Worship 101
“You’ve never worshipped the Lord until you forget about yourself. That’s worship 101. If you know how to do that, you don’t need to go to worship school. Just forget about yourself.” This message was part of a prophecy given to me by one of Shekinah Glory’s members (This is a music and teaching ministry). … Continue reading Worship 101
In the Bank
In our culture, an inheritance is something we look forward to. Though the reason we may receive an inheritance may be saddening, it’s a blessing when it is received. Our inheritance may come in the form of a home, business, money, or many other useful items that remind us of our loved ones. In turn, … Continue reading In the Bank
The Beauty of Unity
How wonderful and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony! (Psalm 133:1, NLT) God is a god of unity. Consider heaven. Everything that goes on in heaven is in perfect synchronization with the nature of God. Everyone worships and interacts with each other and their Creator with no thought to their desires. The … Continue reading The Beauty of Unity
No Competition
Competition is a big part of our culture. From business buildings to sports stadiums, people are constantly competing to see who is best. As Christians, however, God has not called us to compete. He encourages us to support and cheer each other on in our life’s calling, even if others may seem to be better … Continue reading No Competition
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