Tag Archives: Godspresence

Presence and Presents

We are in the season of giving and receiving gifts. It is the season of spreading love and joy. God’s people are given the present of entering into the presence of God. The way was paved for us by the blood of Jesus, who leads us into God’s presence and serves as our Advocate andContinue reading “Presence and Presents”

“Remember Me!”

Several years ago, a Christian songwriter by the name of Mark Schultz wrote the song, “Remember Me.” He envisioned God speaking to His child, you and me, and encouraging us to remember Him through all the circumstances and events of life. Schultz also encouraged the listener to know that God always remembers us and willContinue reading ““Remember Me!””

The Real Thing

I have seen many pictures of places that I would like to visit. When this happens, I often have a mental image of me in that place, surrounded by the beauty depicted in the picture. I wonder what it would be like to actually be engulfed in that awesome glory. Hebrews 9:24 says, “For ChristContinue reading “The Real Thing”

Touchscreens

We have them on our phones, in our kitchens, on our computers, and in our cars. We have become so familiar with them that we don’t know how to do things without them. Life doesn’t work that way. We have no touchscreens that will immediately react to our touch and solve our problems. Isaiah 63:9Continue reading “Touchscreens”

Looking Ahead

No matter how much we dislike it, problems will find us. The bigger issue comes when we look ahead. Do we imagine frightening effects of the problems, letting fear and worry reign in our hearts? Or do we trust in God, who reigns over all circumstances and powers? In John 14:1-3, Jesus said, “Let notContinue reading “Looking Ahead”

Eternal Celebration

People love parties. Parties differ by size, invitees, and what occurs during the parties. Some last a long time, some not so long. Some invitees are important people, some are not. Some parties are meaningful celebrations and others are just gettogethers. Some parties require formal attire, some are casual. Acts 2:28 says, “You have madeContinue reading “Eternal Celebration”