Intellect vs Wisdom

The Bible distinguishes between intellect and wisdom. The Bible is the Word of God penned under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. The Word is without error, written by —- chosen people, in —- different continents, over —- years, in —- separate languages. Human intellect and wisdom are fundamentally different. The definition of intellect:  The…

Pray for More Fruit

Bearing the fruit of the Spirit of God occurs as we submit to the Spirit of God within us. The eternal destination of our soul is determined by the relationship we have with our Lord Jesus. Let us draw near to Him now so that we never hear Jesus say: “I never knew you!” Take…

Denial Defined

Once upon a time, in the midst of a self-made-mid-life crisis, when my frustrations and delusions overwhelmed me, I had a slight glimpse of truth, a heart exposing revelation. That in my campaign to change people, I trampled over boundaries as I pridefully criticized world leaders, my family, friends and the church! Denial kept me…

Loving God

What does it look like to love God with all our heart?  According to Jesus, the two greatest commandments are to love God and our neighbors.  What the world teaches about love is pure fantasy.  Jesus did not emphasize not to lie, steal, or cheat.  He went deep into our stone cold hearts to highlight…

A Tour of Israel

“It is well within my soul” This well known hymn was penned by a gifted Aussie named Horatio Spafford. Our Shoresh Tour guide David masterfully sprinkled us with tidbits of info that only a local would know. As we drove to our hotel from the Ben Gurion Airport we were told; “Horatio is also credited…

Begin Expecting

Expect GOD to be faithful to His living Word. Speak truth to self to cancel all lies. “Jesus is alive in me as the Holy Spirit wakes me early between 3 am and 6 am with His peace, patience, kindness, goodness, comfort, compassion, and merciful grace.  Gladly I begin each day with God to build…