December 2019 – Lively Hope

What do you see?

Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is. (1 John 3:2) Think about the last phrase: ‘we shall be like Him, for we shallContinueContinue reading “What do you see?”

Is Your God Too Big?

I believe one of the biggest deceptions in the world of Christianity is the concept of God controlling all things. It seems to be the default response for anything in life that we don’t understand. For every sickness, natural disaster and political upheaval, there is a religious cliché ready to go. “God moves in mysteriousContinueContinue reading “Is Your God Too Big?”

Prayer

I know that I’ve been given all things that pertain to life and godliness; blessed with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places. I celebrate others’ victories. I honour what I must attract. There’s no envy in me because this wisdom works in me. Hallelujah! #PhanerooDevotion

Prayer

I thank you Lord for the wisdom that discerns sound teaching. I do not mix seed simply because bread is well articulated. I receive seed in the knowledge that it is given by God. This understanding preserves me, to the glory of your name, Amen. #PhanerooDevotion #NightOfPrayer

Where Does Suffering Come From?

Jesus is not allowing suffering. Man is. God gave the earth to man and man gave it to the devil through sin. Jesus came to save men, not destroy them. He is not allowing or sending destructive natural disasters. They are a result of sin in the earth. He has empowered the church to standContinueContinue reading “Where Does Suffering Come From?”

Prayer

Father, I embrace your word with joy and truth. Thank you because you reveal to me greater insights into who you are, what no eye has seen nor ear has heard. I minister wisdom in what I say because I draw from the deepest depths of eternity. In Jesus’ name, Amen. #PhanerooDevotion

Time for a bath!

When we are born again, our spirits are made new. Nothing can be more new than a ‘new creation!’ But our souls (our minds, wills, emotions, personalities) were not made new. They need to be renewed by the Spirit and the Word. “That he might sanctify and cleanse it (the church) with the washing ofContinueContinue reading “Time for a bath!”

Read the Instructions

All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works. (2 Tim. 3:16-17) What does it mean to be ‘instructed in righteousness?’ The scriptures Paul was referring to were theContinueContinue reading “Read the Instructions”

Live to Give!

As I review the statistics of my posts I notice how popular some posts are while others languish, ‘unliked.’ Posts about healing always do well, as do posts about God’s grace and love. However, posts that deal with giving and money seldom gain traction. This happens time after time. What is it in our heartsContinueContinue reading “Live to Give!”

The Faith of Christmas

And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. (Luke 2:13-14) How could the angels proclaim ‘good news’ and peace on earth? The world still dwelt in darkness and under the power ofContinueContinue reading “The Faith of Christmas”