In the life of praying for a dear prodigal, the valley of dry bones is often discussed, but let us look at it quickly. “The hand of the Lord came upon [Ezekiel] and brought [him] out in the Spirit of the Lord” to a valley full of dry bones (Ezekiel 37:1 NKJV). The Lord tells him to prophesy to the … Continue reading The Process of the Dry Bones
Whatever God Does Is for a Good Reason
"I know that whatever God does, It shall be forever. Nothing can be added to it, And nothing taken from it. God does it, that men should fear before Him" (Ecclesiastes 3:14 NKJV). “If He breaks a thing down, it cannot be rebuilt; If He imprisons a man, there can be no release. If He withholds the waters, they dry up; If He sends … Continue reading Whatever God Does Is for a Good Reason
Jesus Doesn’t Flee when the Thief Comes
John 10:11-16 tells us Jesus stays with the sheep, even when the thief comes: “‘I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep. But a hireling, he who is not the shepherd, one who does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and flees; and the wolf catches the sheep … Continue reading Jesus Doesn’t Flee when the Thief Comes
A Faith-Building Look at Our God
He’s great, close, aware, able, faithful, there. His power is far greater than any other, and His name is far above any other. He has all authority and is King of kings, sovereign Ruler, having the final say. Nothing is impossible with Him, beyond His reach, left out of His notice. His knowledge, understanding, and … Continue reading A Faith-Building Look at Our God
Willing and Not Willing
Willing “The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Matthew 26:41). Jesus’ spirit was willing to die for all of us to pay the required price for our sins. He overcame the flesh and died so we wouldn’t have to. His willingness provides for our salvation and the salvation of our prodigals. Not Willing “The Lord is … Continue reading Willing and Not Willing
Prayer for Prodigals 