The announcement of judgement was one of Ezekiel’s main responsibility, but the message of redemption was at the heart of his call. The book of Ezekiel begins with an enthralling vision, perhaps too fascinating for words, but somehow Ezekiel was able to capture its essence and related it to us in chapter 1. One of... Continue Reading →
This week we compared the ruins of Jerusalem with the ruins of our world. We also examined the ruins of our own lives, while Ezekiel gave us the bold encouragement that God is Lord of the ruins. As you reflect on the ruins of our world and perhaps those of your individual life, read Ezekiel chapter... Continue Reading →
If there was one message God wanted to convey, it’s this, “they shall know that I am the Lord.” Throughout the book of Ezekiel, we see this statement of God over 50 times, wanting the people to recognize that He is Lord. He took them from Egypt, brought them into “a good land, flowing as... Continue Reading →
Long before Christ, God called thirty year old Ezekiel to relay a challenging message to a rebellious people. Can you guess where Ezekiel was when he received his call? He was in the ruins, sitting “among the exiles” (Ezekiel 1: 1). God called Ezekiel to proclaim punitive messages and dramatize difficult demonstrations relating to God’s... Continue Reading →
Do you like your life? For some of us, there are things in our lives that we like and things that we dislike. Many people are satisfied with their life, just like many of the Israelites were. As far as they knew, they were living the life. They worshiped. They religiously practiced the rituals. They... Continue Reading →
Fortunes have favored us so Where do they come from? I can't say that I know But like pollens The winds have blown them in And dispersed them Ubiquitously Without frugality Fortunes have blessed us so Where do they come from? I can't say that I know But the rain falls Like confetti poured down... Continue Reading →
Why was the sacrifice on the cross so important and necessary for humanity? There is Jesus, the son of God. There is the cross. But there is also the sacrifice. Of course, we can never speak of the sacrifice without mentioning Jesus or the cross, but by understanding the sacrifice we can better understand the... Continue Reading →
Paul ends 1 Corinthians 3 with a conclusive statement, “you belong to Christ, and Christ is God’s.” We already know that we are created by His own hands and for His own purpose. But, own is also an action word; as a verb, it means to possess something. Ownership is definitely pleasing and wonderful. To... Continue Reading →
The fight of life is a laborious fight. Everyone is called to fight, but not everyone wants to fight. Not everyone will fight to the end. In this life, battles of all types are around us; spiritual, physical, health, financial, social, emotional, political and psychological. Every corner of life, battles pounce upon us, ready to... Continue Reading →
Somethings are just better in threes; such as three primary colors, a well-tailored three-piece suit, and three stop lights. Besides, add a child to a husband and wife and the family is complete. For you story lovers, without three, there would be no Three Little Pigs, Three Blind Mice or Three Stooges. There would no... Continue Reading →
Although you are 1 in a million, no man is an island. In this new year, don’t try to do things on your own. Two heads are better than one, especially when one head belongs to the God of the universe. You need His; He doesn’t need yours, but He’s given you the privilege to... Continue Reading →
"You are one in a million," it’s what people typically say, but you are actually one in billions, even trillions. Of all the many people born before you, those born after you, and those yet to be born, there’s only one of you. Search the birth records and you will find people with your name, yes.... Continue Reading →
God’s willing, very soon we will cross over into a new year. As much as New Year’s Day is just another day; it is also a monumental event. Each new year adds up to make centuries. A new year adds length to existence. It adds age to every human life. Some will cross over with... Continue Reading →
A newborn’s cry is a precious thing. When babies are getting ready to be born, everyone around, in, or outside of the room, perk their ears for the precious sound of the baby’s cry. That cry is the rendition of life, health and loveliness. Nobody will complain at that moment that the baby is crying... Continue Reading →
Reflecting on 2016, I have to admit that “My Redeemer is Faithful and True.” That is the title of a song, sung by so many artists, but hearts around the world can echo this very same sentiment that God has been true to us in 2016 and will be true to us in 2017. The... Continue Reading →
Many people don’t admit it, but they are enslaved. Like a caged animal, many long for freedom, and seek the perfect opportunity to cross over. While some desire freedom, but don’t have to will to pursue it. The cross is the gateway to all kinds of freedom, because God wants us to be free from the... Continue Reading →
We often remember the many special moments in our lives and try hard to forget the embarrassing ones. Every second of the day moments slip by. We have the opportunity to use those moments as we wish. But, of all our moments, heaven takes notice of the moments of our spiritual transformation. As life's landmarks,... Continue Reading →
Ever since our first parents, we have begun the journey of transformations. With the first bite of the forbidden fruit, metamorphosis was redefined. Perfection began its spiraling descent to imperfection. Immortality exchanged her eternal gown for a tattered mortal cloak, as life began its climatic journey to death. Transformation is therefore part of our society,... Continue Reading →
On Wednesday morning November 9, 2016 when Donald Trump won the presidency, God was Lord. Had Hillary Clinton won, God would still be Lord. Today, tomorrow, and forever, God is, will be and will always be Lord. If you are trusting in God, then no need for protests and no need for relocation, “the earth... Continue Reading →
I don’t have to ask you if there are storms in your life. In this kind of world, storms will come, both the natural and the spiritual. Thankfully, God allows storms that are necessary to build our faith and strengthen our walk with Him. Those kinds of storms, we do not like. But, God allows... Continue Reading →
Finding Fortunes 