Scripture and a Prayer: “Being Filled”

Scripture and a Prayer: “Being Filled”

Scripture and a Prayer: “Being Filled” “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.” (Ephesians 5:18) Prayer: Lord, You have called us to not be filled with artificial stimulants to get through the day, which include the...
Scripture and a Prayer: “Being Filled”

The Battle Belongs to the Lord

The Battle Belongs to the Lord Now Jericho was tightly shut because of the sons of Israel; no one went out and no one came in. The Lord said to Joshua, “See, I have given Jericho into your hand, with its king and the valiant warriors. Joshua 6:1-2 (NASB) In current...
Scripture and a Prayer: “Being Filled”

O Lord, do it again

O Lord, do it again In 1940 Dr. J. Edwin Orr took a group of Wheaton College students to study abroad in England. One of their stops included the Epworth Rectory. The rectory now serves as a Methodist Museum, but it was the home of John Wesley, the founder of the...

Ruth meets Boaz

Ruth meets Boaz Ruth 1:1-2:23 Ruth meets Boaz. It seemed like a ‘chance’ meeting – ‘she happened to come…'(2:3). It was more than that. God was at work. Ruth had committed herself to the Lord (1:16-17). She was being guided by the Lord (Psalm 37:3-5; Proverbs 3:5-6)....

A Scripture and a Prayer: “Joy Comes from Obedience”

A Scripture and a Prayer: “Joy Comes from Obedience” “Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in obedience to him.” (Psalm 128:1) Prayer: Lord, I realize that to fear You is not to tremble in fear, but it is to see You in all Your holiness and righteousness, and...
Scripture and a Prayer: “Being Filled”

Knowing The Way

Knowing The Way Proverbs 16:9 (NASB) This morning I had to take the family car for its annual MOT Test (UK) of roadworthiness, during which I have a chat with my friendly mechanic and wait for my ordered taxi to take me home again. Our chat was soon interrupted by my...