This morning I read a quote so powerful, I must pass it on for your reflection. This, says E.M. Bounds is what power is at the disposal of those who truly pray:"The utmost possibilities of prayer have rarely been realized. The promises of God are so great to those who truly pray, that when He puts Himself fully into the hands of the praying ones, it almost staggers our faith and leaves us amazed."...  Read More

"What did I ever do to deserve this? I must have done something wrong!" This question/statement that I have heard hundreds of times in my lifetime was raised again last week. In fact, I am quite certain that most of you reading this devotional thought have asked the same question at some point on your journey. Both Job and Stephen, from our daily readings, were exceptional men. God Himself endorse...  Read More

If you are ever tempted to say, "I am only..." as a way of speaking of your insignificance or inadequacy to a task, consider the layperson Stephen (Acts 6-7). He was a 'servant' (deacon), who, full of the Holy Spirit, took on the Jewish ruling council, the Sanhedrin. Yes, the same group that chastised and flogged the apostles, Peter and John. What got Stephen into their presence was the way the Ho...  Read More

"As they left the council, they weren’t discouraged at all. In fact, they were filled with joy over being considered worthy to suffer disgrace for the sake of His name. And constantly, whether in public, in the temple, or in their homes, they kept teaching and proclaiming Jesus as the Anointed One, the Liberating King" (Acts 5:41-42, The Voice).Last night we viewed season 3, episode 2 of The Chose...  Read More

How amazing is this? Even Peter's shadow falling on those he passed by was used to bring healing to the sick (Acts 5:15). There is something that emanates from those who have been in the presence of Jesus that impacts those around them. "What is it that is different about them?", people wonder. They can sense it, but they can't always put their finger on it. However, in need, they will find a way ...  Read More

Great power and great grace, what a beautiful combination (Acts 4:33). With great power the early Christians gave witness, and this was a direct result of their prayer for boldness (4:29). Yes, and that prayer for boldness came after there was opposition at the highest level. Out of opposition and struggle opportunity arises for God's glory to shine through His surrendered and willing children. Th...  Read More