by sdbarnard | Jun 9, 2017 | Devotional |
In what or whom do you hope? …and having hope is crucial in life—especially in the storms of life. Proverbs 13:12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life. To be sure, one may have the wrong hopes (cravings, desires,...
by sdbarnard | Aug 12, 2016 | Devotional |
Beloved of God, When is God more glorified…when you are grateful for the good He brings into your life OR when you are full of praise in the pain He brings into your life? The question presses us at the point of greatest satisfaction. Gratitude in Good…OR...
by sdbarnard | Jul 29, 2016 | Devotional |
Beloved, Have you considered how much God is interested in your joy? Did you realize that He wants you maximally joyful? God is for your good. Indeed, God commands that you seek as much treasure as possible: “…lay up for yourselves treasures”...
by sdbarnard | Jan 8, 2016 | Devotional, General |
By Dave Zuleger (desiringgod.org) Do you believe that God can author pain or suffering in your life for your good? Could affliction, from a larger, longer perspective, be a carefully, lovingly chosen method for blessing? Some say absolutely not. If our heavenly...
by sdbarnard | Dec 4, 2015 | Devotional |
Rod and Staff has much for which to be thankful. Indeed, as believers we all have an eternity of gratitude to and for God. He has accomplished all that He demands. He has satisfied His person AND provided a way for us to be in His presence. One aspect of our...
