Thought Life

To examine our heart deeply, we are wise to ask, “Do I lead a life of devotion and obedience to God? Do I enjoy a mind occupied with God’s loving kindness? Do I walk in humble submission and confidence?” Behold Jesus stands at the door of our hearts and knocks. The audiobook by Henry Scougal …

Watchman Nee

“For the Word of God is living and operating, and sharper than a double edged sword, penetrating to the division of soul and spirit.” Hebrews 4:12 As one reads the Bible, does the soul feel His blade operating, piercing, penetrating, convicting, and discerning the intents of our heart? Does it break our bones to cut…

Fast and Pray

For 10 days after the Feast of Trumpets, people seek purity through confessions. Leading up to Yom Kippur, a holy day of repentance. Wisely, we choose to fast and pray. Old memories of childhood, any resentment held, any unforgiveness, all spirits of fear, hate, anger, or habits of criticism, or empty, idle words are wiped…

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…

The Very Best

Because of the GIFT of FAITH in HE who ABIDES within, praying in the SPIRIT is the most sacred, yet powerful position of a Christian. Remembering Who resides within,  we surrender our spirit to His. By faith, in prayer, as we are safely tucked inside God’s Spirit — like an envelope that is dispatched via…

William Borden

A prominent figure known for his connections with Yale University, William Whiting Borden (1887–1913) was set apart to humbly represent Christ, his Lord. Despite his family’s wealth, William was changed by the poverty he witnessed abroad. He graduated from Yale with the class of 1909. At age 17, this privileged youth was sent on a…