In John 16:20-22 the Lord, just before his crucifixion, told his disciples that they were going to weep, lament, and be sorrowful, and that the world would rejoice at their sorrow. However, even with the Lord’s forewarning, the disciples were not prepared for the depth of loss they would feel, the greatness of the gulf of despair that would surround them when he was taken from them, condemned, and crucified before their eyes. Their fear was such that they scattered like sheep without a shepherd and hid behind closed doors following his burial, expecting an immediate similar fate. A little later we find them resigned to failure and some of them returning to their old jobs as fishermen. But, the story does not end there. View full article »
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“Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them.” –Hebrews 7:25
I am thankful for the reassurance of the scriptures today. It is a joy and overwhelming blessing to know that Jesus Christ stands ready to intercede on our behalf in times of weakness and faultering. When the mountain seems too high, the valley too deep, the desert too hot, and the gulf too wide … View full article »
The bible declares that the Holy Ghost is our Comforter in the physical absence of Jesus Christ. The scripture also tells us that Jesus Christ’s Spirit will give us power after we are filled with him. This past weekend I was privileged to witness these scriptures come to life in an extraordinary way, and feel compelled to share it with you as this week’s devotional. I pray it blesses you. View full article »