…And he [testing Elisha] said, Go on back. What have I done to you? [Settle it for yourself.] – 1 Kings 19:20(b), Amplified Bible (AMP) From time to time, God will introduce a test of loyalty into our lives. I’m not talking about a test of loyalty that revolves around sin. We make decisions every… Continue reading Will you pass the test of loyalty?
Category: God’s Will
Even the events that seem accidental are ordered by God.
The lot is cast into the lap, but the decision is wholly of the Lord [even the events that seem accidental are really ordered by Him]. – Proverbs 16:33, Amplified Bible (AMP) We were at a friend’s house when we received the shocking news: a mutual friend’s brother-in-law had been shot, execution style, in front… Continue reading Even the events that seem accidental are ordered by God.
When God throws you a curveball, keep on swinging.
A man’s mind plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps and makes them sure. – Proverbs 16:9, Amplified Bible (AMP) The Stroups* had a plan: Leave the United States of America behind, Settle in Cambodia, Build an orphanage, and Take over the administration of an existing Christian school. Having spent close to two… Continue reading When God throws you a curveball, keep on swinging.
He that loves pleasure shall be a poor man.
He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich. – Proverbs 21:17, KJV Merriam Webster’s Dictionary defines “gluttony” as “excess in eating or drinking.” Most people familiar with the term “gluttony” are aware of this definition. But, many people familiar with the term “gluttony” are… Continue reading He that loves pleasure shall be a poor man.
Good health comes from this.
A calm and undisturbed mind and heart are the life and health of the body, but envy, jealousy, and wrath are like rottenness of the bones. – Proverbs 14:30, Amplified Bible (AMP) Every now and then, various news outlets run stories on senior citizens who’ve made it to the 100-year-old mark. During every such story… Continue reading Good health comes from this.
BEST OF TQFG: When God’s advice and man’s advice conflict, go with what God says.
We hope you enjoy this re-post from January 31, 2013. Be blessed! The Today’s Quote From God Team To reveal (unveil, disclose) His Son within me so that I might proclaim Him among the Gentiles (the non-Jewish world) as the glad tidings (Gospel), immediately I did not confer with flesh and blood [did not consult or… Continue reading BEST OF TQFG: When God’s advice and man’s advice conflict, go with what God says.
One person CAN make a difference.
It is time for thee, Lord, to work: for they have made void thy law. – Psalm 119:126, KJV There will be times in your life when you will look at the world around you, and you will remark to yourself, “This world is so messed up, and there is nothing I can do about… Continue reading One person CAN make a difference.
When was the last time you went Scripture diving?
It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might learn Your statutes. – Psalm 119:71, Amplified Bible (AMP) There is nothing more unwanted, yet more necessary, than affliction. When things are great and we are at ease, we rarely pay attention to the precious promises of God. Instead, we are prone… Continue reading When was the last time you went Scripture diving?
How can you bring the most value to the world?
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.- Ephesians 2:10, KJV The older you get, the more hectic life becomes. Your responsibilities, your duties, and your desires grow in number, and they constantly compete for your time. With so many… Continue reading How can you bring the most value to the world?
Are you willing to go?
If I say to the wicked, You shall surely die, and you do not give him warning or speak to warn the wicked to turn from his wicked way, to save his life, the same wicked man shall die in his iniquity, but his blood will I require at your hand. – Ezekiel 3:18, Amplified… Continue reading Are you willing to go?