For two full years, I worked in the dark. Hours were flexible, but the job itself had to be performed without light. Today, we call it old-school. Then, it was the only way to produce black and white photos. Chemicals, wash, paper – all were sensitive to light, but needed darkness to develop. Accompanying me in the room …
The Spark of Anger
Dear Mentor, My anger continues to get the best of me. I seem to erupt over the smallest thing lately. Can you help? Signed, Burning Dear Burning, Nature teaches us that …
Wasai. Now that’s a Shield.
Today, we shift our attention to one of the most interesting and possibly surprising pieces of Spiritual Armor: the shield of faith. It is one heavy-duty item. Check out this informational video describing the Roman shield: Now, we learned that the first three, Truth, Righteousness and the Preparation of Peace, were all standard defensive equipment. And, I have …
What Kind of Salvation Do You Have?
“There is no scripture that supports only a limited and partial deliverance. Yet, many Christians unfortunately are satisfied with just that.” Hannah Whitall Smith Just exactly what kind of salvation do you have? Does your relationship with God grant you daily peace or does it most often cause you more stress? Does your dependance upon …
Got a new wineskin?
If you have any changes in your future, you are probably dealing with anxiety. Yesterday, we decided that we were going to purposefully replace our looping thoughts with an aspect of God. How did you do? Okay, so seeking His Kingdom is a vital cure for anxiety (Matthew 6:33). Yet, how much do we …
The Focus of Christmas
“He’s not still a baby.” Here in this season where we remember the birth of Christ, it’s sometimes hard to remember the grown up Jesus that we serve. Maybe it’s easier to adore a tender baby than a mature Spirit. God is Spirit and those that worship Him must do so with their spiritual being …
Meditating on Truth
It’s been a little while since we have dug into the Greek together. Let’s do another truth meditation today. I’ll give you the Greek meanings of the words, and you write what He speaks to you as you listen. “You too be patient; strengthen your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is near.” James 5:8. …
Metamorphosis
Let’s continue staring into His face through 2 Corinthians 3:18. The first portion says,“But we all, with unveiled face beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord…” (in case you missed that post, read here). And then we continue: “…are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, …
Shekinah Glory
I love 2 Corinthians 3:18. It’s perfect for taking a peek into the heavenlies. Let’s dissect the first part of this verse. The Greek words give us so much more understanding into our true spiritual vision. “But we all, with unveiled face beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord…” (2 Corinthians 3:18). “We” …