Photo taken at Tao Fong Shan Christian Centre, Hong Kong While being reviled and insulted, He did not revile or insult in return; while suffering, He made no threats [of vengeance], but kept entrusting Himself to Him who judges fairly. He personally carried our sins in His body on the [a]cross [willingly offering Himself on it, as on an altar of… Continue reading Private & Public Pain
Seek to Serve
Just as each one of you has received a special gift [a spiritual talent, an ability graciously given by God], employ it in serving one another as [is appropriate for] good stewards of God’s multi-faceted grace [faithfully using the diverse, varied gifts and abilities granted to Christians by God’s unmerited favor]. 1 Peter 4:10 AMP REFLECTION It… Continue reading Seek to Serve
Winsome Words
Do not let unwholesome [foul, profane, worthless, vulgar] words ever come out of your mouth, but only such speech as is good for building up others, according to the need and the occasion, so that it will be a blessing to those who hear [you speak]. Ephesians 4:29 AMP REFLECTION I’m all for light-hearted banter, but if something is… Continue reading Winsome Words
Prayerful Awareness
Pray at all times (on every occasion, in every season) in the Spirit, with all [manner of] prayer and entreaty. To that end keep alert and watch with strong purpose and perseverance, interceding in behalf of all the saints (God’s consecrated people). Ephesians 6:18 AMPC REFLECTION This morning I got up at around 6am to spend quality… Continue reading Prayerful Awareness
Timed Triggers
”He heals the brokenhearted And binds up their wounds [healing their pain and comforting their sorrow].“ Psalms 147:3 AMP https://bible.com/bible/1588/psa.147.3.AMP REFLECTION A few days ago, I wrote about my discovery of (intense) irritation, instead of compassion, in my heart … towards a particularly wayward young student. I praise God, that despite how I was feeling,… Continue reading Timed Triggers
Blessed Beauty
“Charm and grace are deceptive, and [superficial] beauty is vain, But a woman who fears the Lord [reverently worshiping, obeying, serving, and trusting Him with awe-filled respect], she shall be praised.“ Proverbs 31:30 AMP https://bible.com/bible/1588/pro.31.30.AMP REFLECTION I recently reminded one of my pre-teen students (who was/is clearly besotted with external beauty) that a beautiful heart… Continue reading Blessed Beauty
Enduring Correction
You have not yet struggled and fought agonizingly against sin, nor have you yet resisted and withstood to the point of pouring out your [own] blood. And have you [completely] forgotten the divine word of appeal and encouragement in which you are reasoned with and addressed as sons? My son, do not think lightly or scorn to submit to the correction and discipline of the Lord, nor lose… Continue reading Enduring Correction
Move Forward in Faith…
“When I was a child, I spoke about childish matters, for I saw things like a child and reasoned like a child. But the day came when I matured, and I set aside my childish ways. For now we see but a faint reflection of riddles and mysteries as though reflected in a mirror, but… Continue reading Move Forward in Faith…
Pursue What Is True
“Give me revelation about the meaning of your ways so I can enjoy the reward of following them fully. Give me an understanding heart so that I can passionately know and obey your truth. Guide me into the paths that please you, for I take delight in all that you say. Cause my heart to… Continue reading Pursue What Is True
Confront with Care
“If a fellow believer hurts you, go and tell him—work it out between the two of you. If he listens, you’ve made a friend. If he won’t listen, take one or two others along so that the presence of witnesses will keep things honest, and try again. If he still won’t listen, tell the church.… Continue reading Confront with Care