by Inspiration | Jul 22, 2024 | Purpose, Archives
There are many reasons why God shouldn’t have called you. But don’t worry. You’re in good company… Moses stuttered. David’s armour didn’t fit. John Mark was rejected by Paul. Timothy had… There are many reasons why God shouldn’t have called you. But don’t worry. You’re in good company… Moses stuttered. David’s armour didn’t fit. John Mark was rejected by Paul. Timothy had ulcers. Hosea’s wife was a prostitute. Amos’ only training was in the school of fig-tree pruning. Jacob was a liar. David had an affair. Solomon was too rich. Abraham was too old. David was too young. Peter was afraid of death. Lazarus was dead. John was self-righteous. Naomi was a widow. Paul was a murderer. So was Moses. Jonah ran from God. Miriam was a gossip. Gideon and Thomas both doubted. Jeremiah was depressed and suicidal. Elijah was burnt out. John the Baptist was a loudmouth. Martha was a worry-wart. Mary was lazy. Samson had long hair. Noah got drunk. Did I mention that Moses had a short fuse? So did Peter, Paul — well, lots of folks did. But God doesn’t require a job interview. He doesn’t hire and fire like most bosses because He’s more our Dad than our Boss. He doesn’t look at financial gain or loss. He’s not prejudiced or partial, not judging, grudging, sassy, or
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by Inspiration | Jul 21, 2024 | Attitude, Archives, Featured
The Pastor’s Son One night in a church service a young woman felt the tug of God at her heart. She responded to God’s call and accepted Jesus as her… The Pastor’s Son One night in a church service a young woman felt the tug of God at her heart. She responded to God’s call and accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior. The young woman had a very rough past, involving alcohol, drugs, and prostitution. But, the change in her was evident. As time went on, she became a faithful member of the church. She eventually became involved in the ministry, teaching young children. It was not very long until this faithful young woman had caught the eye and heart of the pastor’s son. The relationship grew and they began to make wedding plans. This is when the problems began. You see, about one-half of the church did not think that a woman with a past such as hers was suitable for a pastor’s son. The church began to argue and fight about the matter. So, they decided to have a meeting. As the people made their arguments and tensions increased, the meeting was getting completely out of hand. The young woman became very upset about all the things being brought up about her past. As she began to
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by Inspiration | Jul 20, 2024 | Inspiration, Archives
An old legend relates that long ago God had a great many burdens which He wished to have carried from one place to another on earth, so He asked the… An old legend relates that long ago God had a great many burdens which He wished to have carried from one place to another on earth, so He asked the animals to lend a hand. But all of them began to make excuses for not helping: the elephant was too dignified; the lion, too proud; and so on. Finally, the birds came to God and said, “If you will tie the burdens into small bundles, we’ll be glad to carry them for you. We are small but we would like to help.” So God fastened upon the back of each one a small bundle, and they all set out walking across the plain to their destination. They sang as they went, and did not seem to feel the weight of their burdens at all. Every day the burdens seemed lighter and lighter, until the loads seems to be lifting the birds, instead of the birds carrying the burdens. When they arrived at their destination, they discovered that when they removed their loads, there were wings in their place, wings which enabled them to fly to the sky and the treetops.
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by Inspiration | Jul 19, 2024 | Prayers, Archives
The highest privilege ever afforded to man is the power of prayer.
…then why don’t we pray?
The right to talk to the highest potentate in all the universe…
…then why don’t we pray?
by Inspiration | Jul 18, 2024 | Relationship, Archives
A simple friend, when visiting, acts like a guest. A real friend opens your refrigerator and helps himself (and doesn’t feel even the least bit weird shutting your ‘beer/Pepsi drawer’ with her foot!)
