“I will bless you”

There’s something profoundly significant in the statement “From this day on I will bless you” As you read it or hear it, I wonder how you are responding?  I wonder if you are asking whether this statement could apply to you and your church right now?   If from now on God will bless you, then… Continue reading “I will bless you”

Shaken

How can we find the boldness to persevere, especially when we face disappointments?  This is an important question when there is a temptation to look back nostalgically as believers to  supposed golden eras or glory days from the past whether that’s a period of revival and renewal or specific preachers, pastors or events. Read Haggai… Continue reading Shaken

Priorities, excuses and a reality check

The Jews who had returned to Jerusalem were arguing that it was the wrong time to rebuild the temple.  It seemed that a mixture of economic circumstances and opposition for outsiders had convinced them that even though they didn’t disagree with the plan, that the timing simply wasn’t right.  However, God has made it clear… Continue reading Priorities, excuses and a reality check