Those Who Believe…

“That is why I am suffering as I am. Yet this is no cause for shame, because I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that He is able to guard what I have entrusted to Him until that day.” 2Timothy 1:12.

Today in the world there is faithlessness, unbelief, disobedience, and all as a response to God and not believing in the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. In the Gospel of John, Chapter 3, verses 16-18, it is written: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son.”

As Believers we are to strive to do the work of the Lord with the assistance of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit’s job when active in us, will bring about a conviction regarding sin, righteousness, and judgement.” John 16: 8 (NASB) “I appeal to you therefore , brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. Be not conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable, and perfect.” Romans 12:1-2.

Billy Graham once said “ We are to make it our goal to become more like Christ, by refusing to let sin have it’s way in our lives, but to pursue instead that which is pure and good in the sight of God.” For the word of God tells us “Everything that I command you, you shall be careful to do. You shall not add to it or take away from it.” Deuteronomy 12:32. The sanctification process in our lives will begin once we accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. We must renew our minds and allow the work of the Holy Spirit to begin to set us apart and help us to be holy, just as our God is Holy. 1 Peter 1:16.

What we believe has a profound affect on those around us, especially those in our families. According to Acts 16: 30-31, it list the account of a jailer who believed in Christ. “He then brought them out and asked, ‘Sirs, what must I do to be saved?’ They replied, ‘Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved—you and your household.'” This narrative highlights the transformative power of belief in Christ, offering salvation not only to the individual, but extending salvation to the entire household through faith. What have you believed?

The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Romans, emphasizes the significance of faith in Christ for justification. In Romans 3:22-24, he writes: “This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference between Jew and Gentile, for all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God, and all are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.” Here, Paul underscores the universal nature of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, emphasizing that it is a gift accessible …to all who believe!

Prayer

Merciful Father,

May you move upon the heart of those who are in need of your saving grace. May the Holy Spirt draw those in need of your love and acceptance, as we petition the Throne of Grace for mercy. Please open their eyes to see the loving sacrifice you provided us all in the gift of your dear Son, Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. (John 3:16) In Jesus Name! Amen.

Faithfulness In Marriage

“Therefore, what God has joined together, let no man put usunder.” Mark 10:9.

Marriage, as viewed through the lens of the Bible’s King James Version (KJV), is a sacred covenant ordained by God. The scriptures emphasize the sanctity of marriage and the paramount importance of faithfulness within this divine institution. In the Book of Genesis, God creates Eve as a companion for Adam, stating, “Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh” (Genesis 2:24, KJV). This verse lays the foundation for the unity and exclusivity that marriage demands, underscoring the bond between a husband and wife as a reflection of the oneness found in the Godhead.

Throughout the Bible, faithfulness in marriage is extolled as a virtue. The book of Proverbs, for instance, admonishes, “Let thy fountain be blessed: and rejoice with the wife of thy youth. Let her be as the loving hind and pleasant roe; let her breasts satisfy thee at all times; and be thou ravished always with her love” (Proverbs 5:18-19, KJV). This passage underscores the idea of finding joy and satisfaction within the marital relationship and encourages spouses to cherish the lifelong commitment they made to each other. The biblical perspective on faithfulness in marriage is not merely a moral guideline but a divine command that honors the sacred covenant between a husband and wife.

The New Testament further reinforces the call for fidelity in marriage. In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus affirms the sanctity of marriage, declaring, “Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What, therefore, God hath joined together, let not man put asunder” (Matthew 19:6, KJV). This statement by Jesus emphasizes the indissoluble nature of the marital bond, emphasizing the divine origin and permanence of marriage. The biblical teachings on marriage and faithfulness provide a timeless and unwavering guide for couples seeking to navigate life’s challenges while upholding the sacred covenant they entered into before God.

Prayer.

Heavenly Father,

May you bless our marriages with the capacity to love and care for one another as we work to honor our commitment to you. Please grant those who are weak strength and build up those who have become weary. May the love of Jesus be our moral compass and guide. Let your protection cover our marriages and destroy every demonic force at work to bring separation and divorce. In Jesus Name. Amen.

“Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate.” Mark 10:9.

“The Faithful Servant…”

His master said to him, “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.” Matthew 25:23

“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master will find doing so when He comes.” Matthew 24:25. Those who are diligent and stay awake at all times, praying for the strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.” Luke 21:36.

The servant who stays dressed for action and keeps his lamp burning…” Luke 12:35. The Lord has instructed the faithful to “Keep their life free from the love of money, and be content with what we have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5. When our lamps are burning the light of God’s word is able to shine through in our lives, which is pleasing to God. It’s “You, Oh Lord, who keep our lamps burning; our God turns our darkness into light.” Psalm 18:28. We must keep our hearts right before Him, “If we point these things out to our brothers and sisters, we will be good servants of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of the faith and the good teaching we have followed. But we are to have nothing to do with the pointless and silly myths.” 1 Timothy 4: 6-7.

“Rather train yourself in godliness. For training of the body will have limited benefit, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. These sayings are trustworthy and deserves full acceptance. For this reason we labor and strive, because we have put our hope in the Living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially those who believe.” 1 Timothy 4:8-10.

Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day our Lord is coming. But know this, that if the master of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. Therefore you must also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour we do not expect. “Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed again I say…is that servant whom the master will find so doing when He comes…” Matthew 24:42-51.

“The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers.” 1 Peter 5:8. “But test everything; hold fast to what is good.” 1 Thessalonians 5:21. “But grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen. “ 2 Peter 3:18.

In His Service,

Carolyn

“PUT AN AX TO THE ROOT”

“The ax is already at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.” Matthew 3:10.

During Spiritual Warfare it is important to learn how to lay an ax to the root of your problems. When fighting the enemy, you want to be strategic in battle, because fighting the wrong enemy will open you up to fighting more battles than necessary. Meaning you want to know what is fighting you specifically so you can fight back!

The spirit of discernment is key here. You must put your trust in the Lord. Proverbs 3:5-6 says “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean to your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your path straight.” When we place our dependency on God and inquire of the Lord for His best strategy against the enemy, we are sure to come out victorious every time.

In battle there is no room for undivided faith. God has given us all power over the enemy (through Christ) and each battle, will have a specific Battle Plan. You must seek your marching orders from the word of God, because the enemy is a liar and a schemer. “Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes upon the sons of disobedience. Therefore do not become partners with them; for at one time you were also darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of the light and try to DISCERN what is pleasing to the the Lord.” Ephesians 5:6-10.

You will be able to discern the enemy by his fruits of darkness! For the fruit of light is found in what is true, good and morally right. Paul is teaching us as believers in the above scripture that we will come in contact with non-believers, but to be very careful not to engage in their sin while around them. “Beloved do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world.” 1 John 4:1.

As mature Christian’s we must learn to discern the voices that are speaking, especially, during warfare. One of the enemies primary targets is to go after your emotions! When experiencing emotions you should look for it’s root in the Bible. They can easily be determined also by their fruit. For example: If you are feeling afraid, spirit is more than likely the spirit of fear. You must lay an ax to the root of the fear. If you feel like giving up or suicidal that is the spirit of premature death. You must lay an ax at the root. If you are experiencing depression, that’s a spirit of heaviness trying to way you down. You must put an ax to these type of fruit.

Remember “We do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” Ephesians 6:12. “Therefore, I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air.” 1 Corinthians 9:26. We must learn from scripture how to be effective in spiritual warfare, in order to be sure, each time we fire upon the enemy, we are able to hit Bulls Eye!

“Not everyone who says to me, “Lord, Lord,” shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of my Father in Heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in your name, and done many wonders in Your name? And then I will declare to them, I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!” Matthew 7:21-23.

Prepare your ax, for the word of God is clear “Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Therefore by their fruit you will know them.” Matthew 7:19. Beloved, sharpen your discernment by examining closely their fruit!

In His Service,

Carolyn

“Encourage Yourself In The Lord”

“David was greatly distressed, for the people talked of stoning him, because all the people were bitter in spirit, each over his sons and daughters, but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God.” (1 Samuel 30:6).

We live in a world that is ever-changing by the second. It is becoming more wicked than ever before. Even the person with the strongest of heart and mind can find themselves growing weary. The story in 1 Samuel chapter 30 tells how quickly things can unexpectedly go wrong. We find David and his army returning from battle back to their home in Ziklag, only to discover that their home had been raided and burned to the ground. All of David’s wives were taken captive along with all the women and children. The scene was so devastating that David and his men wept until they couldn’t weep anymore.

Now, with things already bad, who could have imagined for David they were about to get worse! The men in David’s camp were speaking of stoning him to death. But David arose and cried out to God! “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul will make its boast in the LORD, the humble shall hear of it and be glad. Oh, magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt His name together.

I sought the LORD, AND HE ANSWERED ME AND DELIVERED ME FROM ALL MY FEARS. They looked to Him and became radiant, and their faces were not ashamed. This poor man cried, and The LORD heard and saved him out of all his troubles. The angel of The LORD camps around those who fear Him, and delivers them.

Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is he who hides in Him. Oh fear the LORD, all you His saints; for the one who fears Him will not be in need. The young lions are in want and suffer hunger, but the ones who seek The LORD will not lack any good thing.” Psalm 34:1-10.

Thankfully, the Spirit of The LORD reminded David, “Where all his help comes from, it comes from The LORD.” Psalm 121:1. David gathered himself, as the leader, and began to inquire of THE LORD concerning his family and all the people. David asked, “LORD, shall we pursue the Amalekites?” The LORD instructed David to pursue, for you shall surely recover all!” I don’t know about you, but there have been times when I have felt like David. Hallelujah! “But thanks be to GOD, who always causes us to triumph.” 2 Corinthians 2:14. I have overcome great challenges, like David, through persistent prayer and encouragement from the scriptures and have found great comfort.

If you are in a place of uncertainty, know that God is the same today as He was back then. All you need to do is call on Him in faith. He will answer! Our God reigns and His pathway always leads His children to victory!

In His Service,

Carolyn

“Exercise Your Faith For Healing”

“NOW Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not yet seen.” Hebrews 11:1.”

There is nothing like hearing devastating words from a physician saying you have a diagnosis or health concern that threatens your well-being or even your very life! The word of God encourages us during these times to remember to exercise our faith for our healing.

Through faith in the word of God, we must boldly place a demand on the anointing for our healing. “Healing is the children’s bread….” Matt.15:22-29. We are the children of God, and because of our faith in Christ Jesus and His sacrificial work on the cross, the price for our sin, sickness, and disease is no longer ours. This debt has been paid in full. This doesn’t mean, that the enemy won’t try to impose a sentence on us that is not ours. The enemy relies heavily on the believer’s ignorance to gain an advantage over us. Satan can no longer impose the penalty of sickness and disease on those who know their spiritual rights. According to Hosea 4:6, “My people are destroyed for a lack of knowledge…”. Healing is our legal right!

“Through knowledge, the righteous shall be delivered.” Proverbs 11:9. Just as Christ Jesus is our Savior He is also our Healer. “Beloved I wish above all things that thou may prosper and be in good health, even as thy soul prospereth.” 3 John 1:2. God has already given us the authority to decree and declare these promises over our lives and to believe Him for the impossible. “For what is impossible with man is possible with God.” Luke 18:27.

God has already provided us the antidote for healing. We must exercise our faith, in order, to receive it. “According to your faith, let it be done unto you. Matthew 9:29. For many believers this is not a common practice and can be a challenge for some. Let me encourage you to pray Mark 9:24. “I believe, Lord, help my unbelief.” And also, Luke 17:5. “I pray as your anointed disciples prayed, “Increase my faith!”

Healing Scriptures to build your faith:

  • I exercise my faith the size of a mustard seed and say to this mountain of sickness_?__ in my life, “Be removed and cast into the sea.” Nothing will be impossible to me.”(Matt. 17:20)
  • 2. “I walk by faith and not by sight.”(2 Cor. 5:7)
  • 3. “I am anointed and established by God.” (2 Cor. 1:21)
  • 4. Because You have anointed me, I have faith and do not doubt that I can speak to any illness, curse it at the root, and cause it to dry up and die, just as You did the fig tree. I also know, that if I tell this mountain of sickness that is in my way to move and be cast into the sea, it shall be done. (Matt. 21:21)
  • 5. ” I will not sink into faithlessness and doubt, I will be upheld by the Mighty hand of God.” (Matt.14:31)

Beloved, please explore more scriptures in the Bible concerning Healing and begin declaring them over your life! I join my faith with every reader for healing and await the manifestation of God’s word in your life. Please leave a testimony if you have one, so others can be encouraged also.

“When What Appears to be Love…Turns Evil!”

“The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? I the Lord search the heart and examines the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.” Jeremiah 17:9-10

Today’s definition of love is so vague, that a person can look at another person and just like that they are in love. They’re soul mates! If one smells good, looks good, or feels good that can all quickly adds up to LOVE. Lust has become the hidden motivating factor for love now more than ever. The devil is using narcissism, lesbianism, homosexuality, fornication, adulatory, masturbation, deception, lying, gas lighting, manipulation and love bombing as new age weapons of warfare to deceive both the young and the old alike. The world has glamorized marriage, dating and sex. It no longer resembles the plan that God had originally designed for mankind in the Bible.

In today’s world how can you tell if you really know a person? The heart is so wicked no man can know it, but God. “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” Ephesians 6:12. “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strongholds” 2 Corinthians 10:4. Today you can be married to a person and not really know them, even after more than twenty years of marriage. For some even longer than that. Each new year reveals something different. In some relationships it might reveal something new and wonderful and in others something dark and sinister.

We must put on the whole armor of God so that we can stand against the devils schemes, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything to stand. Stand firm then, with the breast plate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the fiery darts of the wicked one. Take the helmet of Salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Ephesians 6:11-17.

Without the spirit of discernment, our eyes can’t be open to the hidden traps of Satan. One of his primary traps come through deceptive relationships. Remember your enemy is subtle, he knows how to wait for the right moment to strike and he knows when and who to use against us to do it. Galatians 5:7 says “You were running a good race. Who cut in on you to keep you from obeying the truth.” We must be vigilant! Our adversary, the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion, seeking who he can devour.” 1 Peter 5:8. We must test the spirits!

“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world. By this you know the Spirit of God: every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is of God, and every spirit that does not confess Jesus is not from God. This is the spirit of the antichrist, which you heard was coming and is now in the world already. Little children, you are from God and have overcome them, for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. They are from the world, therefore they speak from the world, and the world listens to them. We are from God. Whoever knows God listens to us; whoever is not from God does not listen to us. By this we know the spirit of truth and the spirit of error.” 1 John 4:1-6.

We must enter all relationships with extreme caution! What looks like one thing can easily be something else. The enemy knows God’s plan for His children (Jeremiah 29:11) and he will move mountains to sabotage your destiny if given the chance. We must not entangle ourselves with unbeliever’s then think we will get them to change. According to 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? What accord has Christ with Baelish? Or what portion does a believer share with an unbeliever? What agreement does the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God has said, “I will make my dwelling among them and walk among them, and I will be their god, and they shall be my people. Therefore, go away from them, says the Lord, and touch no unclean thing; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.”

Remember “whoever walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.” Proverbs 13:20.

“Becoming…The Gate Keeper”

The Gate Keeper by definition is one who is alert and trustworthy. They are to guard the entrances and exits of important establishments at the the first sign of any trouble. We, the children of God, have an obligation also to be gate keepers over our own lives, by keeping a watch over our souls. When we place barriers that help us according to Galatians 5:16 “walk after the spirit, so we will not fulfill the lust of the flesh” we protect our personal spiritual territory from being invaded by the enemy.

Above all else guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Keep your mouth free from perversity, keep corrupt talk far from your lips. Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. Do not turn to the right or the left; keep your feet from evil.” Proverbs 4:23. We are to be morally aware of what we allow in our hearts and minds (through our eyes and ears)that drive us away from the desires of the Lord.

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you have been bought with a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20. “Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided”. Proverbs 16:6.

“We have an adversary the devil, we must be alert and sober minded. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.” 1 Peter 5:8. If you are experiencing spiritual turbulence or attacks in your home, marriage, finances, job, health, or your children have gone astray. Look for the root cause. The devil comes to steal, kill and destroy. Root out sin from your camp and fortify your mind, body, soul and sprit with the word of God through fasting and prayer.

Today our homes require us to be gate keepers. We are to protect the doors/ window and entrances of our homes. Like these entrances spoken of in the Bible, we have an enemy we need to be on guard daily to make sure there are no breaches that expose us to spiritual attack. When we become lazy and not diligent, the enemy uses this as an opportunity to raise havoc in our lives and family. Today homes are being broken, marriages destroyed, children’s lives wasted and spiritual territory lost because there are NO GATE KEEPERS!

“How can anyone enter a strongman’s house and carry off his possessions unless he first tie up the strong man?” Matthew 12:29. We must “Put on the whole armor of God, that we may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” Ephesians 6:11. The Holy Spirit will lead and guide us into all truth as we wage an effective warfare against the enemy. We will overcome the wiles of the devil, when we seek God for His divine strategy. If you are currently under attack, please know who is responsible for that battle. It is not your spouse, boss, neighbor, etc. “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual wickedness in heavenly places.” Ephesians 6:12.

Rise up! Do not leave your home wide open for the devil to come in and destroy it. It’s time to take your rightful place, reclaim your territory (take back what’s rightfully yours) and reign victorious for the Kingdom of God!

In His Service,

Carolyn

When You Need Strength…

Let the weak say I am strong; let the poor say I am reach. Joel 3:10

When you need to be strengthened, as we all do, look to the word of God to find the encouragement you need. Our Heavenly Father knows what we need before we ask, but He has instructed us to ask for His help in our time of need. Psalm 46:1. Through God’s covenant with man, He is committed to helping us find strength and peace as we navigate life’s journey. For Philippians 4:13 reminds us that we can do all things through Chrsit who strengthens us.”

When we pass through the waters, God has promised to be with us; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow us. When we walk through the fire, we shall not be burned, nor shall the flame scorch us.” Isaiah 43:2. I pray that you will find encouragement through the scriptures when life trials become overwhelming. With uncertainty on every hand, we must look to the word of God for strength and guidance. No matter what challenges you face or where life leads you, God has promised to never leave us nor forsake us.

“Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing has happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy.” 1 Peter 4:12-13. We are to be anxious for nothing as we trust God to unfold His perfect plan for our lives, even if it requires him to reroute our path. “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles ; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 4031

Daily God provides us with the strength we need to get through each passing day. We must continue to “Wait on the Lord and be of good courage, And He shall strengthen our hearts; Wait I say on th Lord!” Psalm 27:14.

Father, may you strengthen our hearts for the journey ahead. May we find the strength and courage to wait patiently upon you, as you direct our paths. We place our trust in you. In Jesus Name. Amen.

“Hunger and Thirst After Righteousness”

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness for they shall be filled.” Matthew 5:6

Are you hungry? In todays passage the Lord Jesus reminds us that we are to have a spiritual appetite for the living word of God. I, am the Lord your God, who brought you up from the land of Egypt; open your mouth wide and I will fill it. “For the Lord God is a sun and a shield; He will give grace and glory. No good thing will He withhold from those who walk up rightly” Psalm 84:11.

Our souls are to thirst for God, for the Living God. (Psalms 42:2). He promises in Revelation 21:6, that He is Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. He will give to the one who thirst from the the spring of the water of life without cost. So won’t you quench your thirsty soul, with the living water that’s comes from God’s word today? For Jesus answered and said to her, “Everyone who drinks of this water will thirst again; but whoever drinks of the water that I give will never thirst, but the water that I give him, will become in him a well of water, springing up to eternal life.” John 4:13-14.

“Jesus is the Bread of Life, those who come to him will not hunger, and he who believes in Him will not thirst.” John 6:35. In Revelation we are reminded that “The Spirit of the Bride says, “Come.” And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who wished take the water of life without cost.” Revelation 22:17. In order for transformation to come we must allow the Holy Spirit to change us from the inside out. It will change our desires and appetite for the things of Christ the more we hear and study the word of God.

Oh taste and see that the Lord is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him! Psalm 34:8. The goodness of God can be seen everywhere we look today, with so many uncertainties our God proves faithful time and time again. He allows the sun to shine on the just and the unjust, as well as, the rain. “The Lord is righteous in all His ways and kind in all His works.” Psalm 145:17. Jesus is the same today as He was back then, “Now on the last day, the great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying. “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink.” John 7:37. The question still remains today…Are you thirsty? My answer is yes! My soul thirst for God, the Living God…” Psalm 42:2.

In closing, “May The Lord grant us the grace to hunger and thirst after His righteousness daily, that we may be filled.” Matthew 5:6. May He create in us all clean hearts and renew the right spirit within us.” Psalm 51:10. In Jesus Name. Amen!