A Beloved Scripture

A Beloved Scripture

Isaiah 40:31 is a beloved scripture that is on a wall tapestry that hangs in my bedroom. And each night when I lie down to sleep, those words comfort me. “Those who wait on the Lord, shall renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings like eagles. They shall...
“But God…”

“But God…”

“But God” is a powerful message. The word “but”means yet, nevertheless, nonetheless, however, even so, still, notwithstanding, despite that, and in spite of. Despite the Israelites constant murmuring and complaining, God continued to provide...
Having All Sufficiency

Having All Sufficiency

Contributor: Chad Roberts I was in my mid 20’s when I learned the truth of 2 Corinthians 9:8. I had planted Preaching Christ Church with less than ten people.  We were about five years in and had grown to the impressive size of less than fifty people. ...
Forgetting Jesus’ Words

Forgetting Jesus’ Words

Contributor: Chad Roberts Christians have a long history of forgetfulness.  One of the reasons we need to be reminded of God’s promises often is because we forget them.  Part of the narrative of the resurrection story is that Christ-followers forgot His...
Thy Rod and Thy Staff

Thy Rod and Thy Staff

Many have memorized Psalm 23, but how many understand everything in the psalm? Each time I recited the prayer, I would pause at “thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me” and question its intended meaning, until I finally researched the rod and staff and discovered a...