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LESSONS FROM JACOB – COMPLETE SERIES

Waiting on God Jacob was the only person in Genesis to talk about waiting on God. While prophesying over his sons, he stopped to exclaim, “I have waited for your salvation, O LORD!” (Gen. 49:18). The statement appears out of place in its context, but when you realize how waiting was so central to Jacob’s story, it makes sense. Even though it took many years, eventually he saw the day when God sent from heaven and saved him. After Jacob, the Scriptures are virtually silent on the discipline of waiting on God until the advent of David. The whole thing burst to life in David’s writings. … READ MORE...

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LESSONS FROM JACOB – ABRAHAM, ISAAC, & JACOB

Several times in Scripture, God identified Himself as the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob (e.g. Ex. 3:6). Let me explain one reason why that designation is significant to me personally. It helps me define who I serve. In today’s world … READ MORE...

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LESSONS FROM JACOB – WRESTLING TO BE A PRINCE

In the wrestling match with Christ, Jacob asked Him to tell His name. And He said, “Your name shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel; for you have struggled with God and with men, and have prevailed.” Then Jacob asked, saying, “Tell me Your name, I … READ MORE...

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LESSONS FROM JACOB – WAITING ON GOD

Jacob was the only person in Genesis to talk about waiting on God. While prophesying over his sons, he stopped to exclaim, “I have waited for your salvation, O LORD!” (Gen. 49:18). The statement appears out of place in its context, but when you realize how … READ MORE...

ANGELS CORRECT

WHAT ARE THE SEVEN ANGELS OF THE SEVEN CHURCHES?

Perhaps you, like me, have wondered what Jesus meant when He spoke of “the angels of the seven churches.” Here’s where He spoke those words: The mystery of the seven stars which you saw in My right hand, and the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are … READ MORE...

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THE SECRET OF TIME

A friend recently told me, “The secret place has been the point of greatest frustration and attack in my personal walk.” I know he’s not alone. Since the secret place holds the keys to authentic kingdom overcoming, the enemy will cause his strongest assaults … READ MORE...

GIVING ALMS TO FOOLISH SPENDERS

GIVING ALMS TO FOOLISH SPENDERS

I am writing this post because of an excellent question I received on my Facebook page today from Jon Wages. I had placed this meditation on my page: “Give to everyone who asks of you” (Luke 6:30).  Even if you can’t give them what they request, give them … READ MORE...