Tag Archives: salvation

Sacred Vending Machine

We step up to a vending machine, put in our money or scan our credit card, and instantly receive the product that we desired. Many of us treat God as a sacred vending machine. We put our requests before God and begin to anxiously wait for His answer. Many times, we don’t wait very longContinue reading “Sacred Vending Machine”

Moved to Greatness

We all respond to various forms of motivation differently. The football coach tries to motivate his team through power and authority. Mothers often motivate their children through tenderness and encouragement. II Samuel 22:36 says, “You have given me the shield of your salvation, and your gentleness made me great.” Money, fame, nor influence make usContinue reading “Moved to Greatness”

Robe of Righteousness

Many robes are plain and simple, meant just to cover up our night clothes. However, some robes have regal and royal importance, such as those that a king might wear. Spiritually speaking, we all wear a robe before God. Most of us are only clothed with the well-worn robe of all our sinfulness. However, GodContinue reading “Robe of Righteousness”

A Little Help From Our Friends

I have been through some situations where I definitely needed help. Either I asked someone to assist me or they stepped up to assist knowing that I needed help. We need friends who can assist us when we can’t do it all. Psalm 68:19-20 says, “Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears us up; GodContinue reading “A Little Help From Our Friends”

Giving What Is Best

Some people really know how to give the best gifts. They understand the people that they give to and seem to know what is needed in the moment. Some people can bring out the best in us. They know how to support, encourage, correct, inspire, and help when needed. Psalm 28:8-9 says, “The Lord isContinue reading “Giving What Is Best”