“Then Hezekiah king of Judah sent to the king of Assyria at Lachish, saying, “I have done wrong; turn away from me; whatever you impose on me I will pay…” ~ II Kings 18:14   REFERENCE: II Kings 18:9-16   To fear or to trust? Life will always confront us with situations that test our response to this inquiry. As believers, we are to trust in God as our hope and refuge in all life situations because He is a sure foundation and the God of all grace. The devil often strikes at this foundation, knowing that if we fail there,...

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.” ~ I Peter 2:9   REFERENCE: I Peter 2:9-10   I often wonder how David felt when he was summoned home from the field while herding his father’s sheep that the prophet Samuel asked for him. Upon getting home, Samuel said he was chosen to be Israel’s king and anointed him. Like David, God has chosen you and for royalty. You are a peculiar treasure and special...

“Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.” ~ Revelation 4:11 (KJV)   REFERENCE: Revelation 4:9-11 (KJV)   The most intriguing thing about man is his ability to create things. When God made man in His image, He gave him the capacity to create like Him. To create is to bring something into existence. Imagine what man has created: planes, rockets, microwave ovens, phones, robots, and submarines. Yet, no creation (of God or man) is without a purpose for its existence. There...

“For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now I will arise,” says the Lord; “I will set him in the safety for which he yearns.” Psalm 12:5   REFERENCE: Psalm 12:5-7   Although God lives in heaven, He is not far removed from His creation. His eyes behold all that happens on the earth. He visits the houses of the rich and does not neglect the dwellings of the poor and oppressed. A lot happens in a 24-hour day that you and I are unaware of, but God knows and cares. People around you may not...

“And God is able to make all grace (every favor and earthly blessing) come to you in abundance, so that you may always and under all circumstances and whatever the need be self-sufficient [possessing enough to require no aid or support and furnished in abundance for every good work and charitable donation].” ~ II Corinthians 9:8 (AMPC)   REFERENCE: II Corinthians 9:6-11   In this season of uncommon grace, expect God to do the uncommon because grace reveals God as ‘God unlimited.’ Grace covers every area of life; that is why we often say someone has grace for something or in an area...

"So, Mephibosheth dwelt in Jerusalem, for he ate continually at the king's table. And he was lame in both his feet." – II Samuel 9:13   REFERENCE: II Samuel 9:1-13   There was a popular docuseries on TV from the mid-eighties to the mid-nineties, "The Lifestyles of the Rich and the Famous." It showcased the extravagant lifestyles of wealthy celebrities, highlighting their opulent homes, luxurious possessions, and glamorous lifestyles. Viewers saw the lives of the rich and famous, tours of lavish estates, and coverage of extravagant parties and events. The show got many people glued to their TVs, fantasizing about living...

“And having come in, the angel said to her, “Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women!” ~ Luke 1:28   REFERENCE: Luke 1:26-34   When God wants to show men that He is God, He does things that go against the natural order; He suspends rules and goes against an acceptable culture or pattern. That is uncommon grace at work; it is when God chooses the least likely from a family, classroom, organization, or office and does something remarkable through them – something that will humble the person. The grace of God often ‘chisels...