Devotionals
A daily word of encouragement, exhortation and edification, drawn from the Scriptures.
A History Lesson
In 2 Kings 17 we read about the moral and national fall of the children of Israel. These things were written for our admonition. Note that it was a loss of the fear of God that caused them to sin against their Lord, and in so doing caused the ruin of their nation,...
Our God – Our Comforter
Never confuse comfort with being comfortable. The comfort that comes from God is deeper than the "creature comforts" that we possess. Maybe some of you today are in situations beyond your ability to bear. It may be physical, financial, marital, or mental. Many...
A Willing Heart
In chapter 5 of the book of Judges the prophetess Deborah and Barak, a man commanded by God to be a military leader, are praising the Lord for a victory in battle. Interestingly, the victory was wrought when they willingly offered themselves to the Lord’s service....
The Unknowable Mysteries of God
I am very hesitant to jump to simple conclusions when confronted with problems of the Why’s and What’s of God’s precious people. But this I do know. The gospel of Jesus Christ IS The answer to all of life’s questions.
The Tears of Jesus
I believe that Jesus is weeping over our nation today. I do not believe that Jesus relishes the pain and sorrow caused by rebellion and sin against His Father.
From God: I Will Give You Satisfaction!
The Rolling Stones sold millions of records with their epic hit, “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction”. Apparently, unbridled immorality and more money than anybody could ever dream of having does not satisfy the human soul.
The Lord is Not Done With You!
Satan desires to sift you like wheat. He wants you to throw in the towel. Stop praying. Stop reading your bible. He tells you how horrible and fleshly you are. (If he only knew the half of it!). Weary, struggling, defeated Saint, listen to what God says about you.
Our Faithful Creator
Job declared that God alone spread out the heavens. Indeed, the God of the Bible is God, and the only God, and beside Him there is no other. Notice that when God created the entire universe He created it alone; He didn’t need any assistance. Secondly, He created...
The Abundance of God
God is abundant in grace. He is abundant in mercy. He is abundant in love. He is abundant in glory. He is abundant in goodness. If I were able to blog throughout eternity, I would never be able to mention the many ways that God displays His abundance.
The Liberty of The Spirit
Jesus was the express image of God in all that He said and did. He was loving and compassionate, but He also drew a moral line in the sand that turned people off. He had a will that was as strong as steel when it came to confronting demons and those who opposed Him, but He was also gentleness and love incarnate that children loved to be around.
The Sweet Gospel of Jesus
Right after a great victory we sometimes have a bitter experience. Life can be like that at times. We go from soaring in praise to murmuring and complaining.
The Sins of Strife and Envy
Strife and envy are fleshly lusts that poison relationships and quench The Spirit of God. They build walls thicker than steel. They seek to find allies within the church to support their “reasons” for their attitudes and actions. They spread discord and dissension.
The Blame Game and Pity Parties
“The Blame Game” began in the Garden of Eden and is alive and well today. Husbands and wives blame their spouses. Children blame their parents. Everyone blames their church.
The Healing Name of Jesus (Part 3)
An ointment contains curative qualities. It soothes. It brings relief. Such is The Name of Jesus.
The Healing Name of Jesus (Part 2)
Matthew 12:20,21 A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory. And in his name shall the Gentiles trust. When you think of the Name of Jesus, may your thoughts of His Name be as majestic, lofty and...
The Healing Name of Jesus
Emmanuel, God with us, not against us. His Name is like a soothing, healing ointment on an infected wound.
The Evil That Lurks Within
God’s mercies are new every morning, and for that, we can be grateful. But sometimes, the beauty of the gospel shines brighter and more glorious when contrasted with the evil of sin that lurks within.
The Counsel Of God
One of the titles for Jesus is Counselor. In fact, since the comma is not in the original text, this title could read "Wonderful Counselor", and it reveals to us a part of God's nature, which is His desire and ability to counsel us. Some of the synonyms for the verb...
To Quench Or Not To Quench
The word "quench" means "to put out or extinguish; to suppress." In the New Testament, there are three passages where this word is found. The first, which is quoted from Isaiah :, reveals the Father's heart toward lost souls: "A bruised reed He will not break, and...
The Singular Purpose of Life
You are never more like Jesus than when you get pinned to a cross by others and can pray for forgiveness for the very ones who have crucified you.
The Singular Proof of God's Love
God showed His love to us by Christ’s death for us while we were still sinners. The Father sent Jesus to take away our sins in order that we might have fellowship with God.
You're in His Army Now! (Part 2)
This fallen world we live in is a battlefield, not a playground. Do not be deceived, beloved; Satan is a real devil, who has a host of demonic forces who are actively engaged to steal, kill and destroy you.
You’re in His Army Now!
Formerly we were civilians who could come and go and do as we pleased. But all that has changed. Life is no longer about pleasing myself, but pleasing my Master.
Come and Drink!
Revelation 21:6 And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely. Christ has paid the full price for our sin. He has risen and is seated at the right hand...
Jesus Christ, The Desire of All Nations
Haggai 2:7 And I will shake all nations, and the desire of all nations shall come: and I will fill this house with glory, saith the LORD of hosts. After the people of God returned to the work of building the temple, some of the older saints began to compare the...
Fervency of Hell
Hell is no joke. Hell and its torments are real and last forever. The rich man in hell is living proof that there is a fervency in hell for souls to be rescued from that horrible place.
Mortal Combat
Romans 8:13 For if ye live after the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live. Colossians 3:5 Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil...
Knowing Your Enemy’s Strategy
As any good athletic coach knows, a good part of preparing for game day is done by reviewing the opponent’s past games and seeing how they attack and defend themselves. So it is in spiritual warfare; we are not to be ignorant of Satan’s wiles. You see, Satan is...
Fear Not
One hundred and sixty-three times God speaks this admonition in the Scriptures to His people - “Fear not!” Usually when the Lord says “fear not” He’s addressing someone or some particular group of people who are frightened or troubled about some particular situation....
Why Do You Do These Things?
Satan has a field day during those times when “God is silent” but the alarm is ringing! How can you and I withstand the attack and resist the temptation to take matters into our own hands?
Jesus Of Nazareth
Jesus knows what it’s like to be poor. He knows what it’s like to live in a bad section of town. He knows all about pain, crying, shame. That’s why He’s such a compassionate Lord in our lives. After all, He’s from Nazareth.
About Me
I am the Lead Pastor of Koinonia Fellowship, a husband, father and grandfather. I also serve on the worship team as one of the drummers.