Practice is the only way to improve at anything. The word “practice” means “learning by repetition“. What you prioritize and practice; with repetitive action, will be mastered in time. If we take an honest, soul searching p
Through the “eyes” of our heart we can experience God-sight. This “spiritual sight” is illumined by faith,
and allows us to “know” that we are seated with Jesus in Father’s lap of love. There we are also invited with Jesus into the opportunity of cont
“At that time people began to call upon the name of the Lord” – Genesis 4:26
Years ago in a partially finished room of the musty old basement of our home, I created a place where I could get away and study. One Saturday evening I pulled away to my mol
“For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His.” 2 Chronicles 16:9, NKJV.
“For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” Matthew 5: 3-5, NIV.
In solitary silence we listen with great attent
Nurtured by Unfiltered and Readied Hearts
Matt. 13:11f “The disciples came up and asked, “Why do you tell stories?” He replied, “You’ve been given insight (God-sight) into God’s Kingdom.”
(I want you to gain fresh insight—God-sight—“into” My Kingdom…I
At the beginning of the year I started thinking about how the first church did church, and how differently I and most others who’ve gone before me have done church. So, in January I asked the Holy Spirit to take away the grid I unconsciously use when
Perception: Two Realities
By: Alan Smith
Two realities; which one have
Happy Fathers Day!!! I love being your adopted Son,
In the grip of your loving grace! Ron
"Hallelujah! Sing to God a brand-new song, praise him in the company of all who love him. Let all Israel celebrate their Sovereign Creator, Zion's children exult in their King. Let them praise his name in dance: strike up the band and make great musi
Alan, as always feel free to edit and comment.
Mark 15:38 “And the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom.”
Recently I was finishing the book of Mark and I could see Jesus encouraging the disciples not to panic concerning his death. H
“May all the gifts and benefits that come from God our Father, and the Master, Jesus Christ be yours.” 1 Cor. 1:3, The Message
Everything and I do mean everything has its beginning in the incredible gifts and benefits of our benefactors; God our Fathe
Do you remember how exciting it was as a child on Christmas
Eve? You could hardly go to sleep; much less wait until morning. For me, the
anticipation built for weeks. It was the future hope and certainty that Santa
would come that seemed to propel me in
Nurtured by our Daily Return to Mercy
Disparaging…pained, withering, reproachful, weary. Do any of these words provide insight into the present state of your heart, core identity, emotional condition or inner man? So many are fighting a fierce battle;
The Path of Life
By: Alan Smith
Ps 16:11: You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. (NIV)
The path of life: there is so much revelation here! It means that li
Nurtured by Redemption
“So Christ has now become the High Priest over all the good things that have come. He has entered the greater, more perfect Tabernacle in heaven, which was not made by human hands and is not part of this created world. With his
Nurturing Words
Let’s consider a few of the meanings of the word “nurture”…
“Nurture”
…to support by way of encouragement, (as one does for another during a period of training or development) ensuring its success
…to coach what is the fore seen in anothe
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