Today’s Word
The Second Declaration of Emotional Theology
Wait for the LORD; Be strong and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for the LORD. Psalm 27:14 Wait – Three hundred and sixty five days ago, we began this year with Psalm 23:1. “I shall not want.” That is the first declaration of emotional theology. It is the proclamation that God is my…
How Long, O Lord, How Long?
“Behold, I am coming quickly“ Revelation 22:12 Quickly – The return of the King seems like it has taken forever. If you’re like me, there are days when you just wish Jesus would arrive and all this struggle would end. Of course, many felt this way before I was born. I’m glad Jesus waited until…
Time Travel
and saying, “The time has been fulfilled, and the kingdom of God draws near” Mark 1:15 Time – What gift can I leave with you that will carry you into the approaching new year? I can think of one very special gift – a gift that has enduring value. I can give you the gift…
The God of Failure
For what will it profit a man, if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul Matthew 16:26 Gains – Life with the kairos God has a different focus. God is not really interested in my success. He is anxious for me to join His success. The measurements are radically different. So is the…
The Bag Man
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing greatness of the power may be of God and not from ourselves 2 Corinthians 4:7 Of God – God’s gifts are never for us. They are for Him. God does not give you anything so that you own it. You are never the owner. …
The Day-After Gift
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the surpassing greatness of the power may be of God and not from ourselves 2 Corinthians 4:7 Treasure – Six months ago (June 21 and 22), we looked at the Greek words for “earthen vessels.” You may recall the metaphor of Tupperware. God made us as…
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