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Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: John 11:40 Jesus speaks to Martha in this instance referring to a conversation just prior to being at the tomb.  He says, “Didn’t I tell you that IF YOU BELIEVE you would see the glory of God?”  But we find Martha unwilling to open the tomb.  So did Martha really believe here?  Do we see her actions in this instance as an example of faith?  Or was Jesus acting out His power in the midst of doubt and unbelief in order to bring FAITH back to life? So much of the Christian life is God simply leading us along, trying to build up our confidence in Him so that we learn to truly trust in Him.  He is very patient with us, knowing that most of us are … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: John 11:39 Are you ever ashamed of the smell?  In this passage, Jesus told them to roll away the stone to the tomb where Lazarus’ body lay. Martha was concerned about the smell.  Perhaps she thought that Jesus wanted to see the body and pay His last respects.  But Martha did not want to open up this part of her life, her deep sorrow to Jesus.  She was content to let Jesus comfort her and live with the loss.  Jesus had more in mind than that.  In spite of all she had known of His power, she did not have a conception that Jesus could raise her brother from such a long time of death. If you do not believe in the depths of your heart that Jesus … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: John 11:35-36 During this whole episode in which Jesus was talking with Martha and Mary regarding the death of their brother Lazarus, we see Jesus in a way rarely presented in scripture.  Often we read that He was “moved with compassion.”  And surely in Him the love of God was manifest fully and perfectly for everyone He met.  But many of the people He raised from the dead were people that were on the edges of the picture, people that lived their lives outside of His circle of friends.  Lazarus was different.  Jesus had confided in these people.  He had communed with them at their table in their home, probably on many occasions. Just think about it for a minute.  Jesus had seen grief many times before.  But … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: John 11:25 It’s an old truth.  It’s one we’ve heard before.  But it’s still as powerful today as ever.  Jesus said, “I am the resurrection, and the life.”  He alone is the One upon whom we can hang our hopes for eternity. Have you really thought about it lately?  Have you thought about the fact that you are going to die?  Have you had a sobering moment in which you pondered the fact that eternity (or the lack of eternity) depends solely on the truth of these words? Jesus’ statement is the basis for our peace.  It’s the basis for hope when loved ones pass away.  It’s our rock solid foundation for being able to face persecution, threats and even death.  We can face the unknown because Jesus … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: John 10:39-40 God is a God of places and times.  Here we see Jesus escaping out of the hands of His opponents.  Where does He go?  He goes back to where it all started.  He goes to the spot where John began baptizing people.  As a human, I’m sure that Jesus was a partaker of the feelings of mystery and awe which surround places that are important to us.  (Isn’t that why Holy Land tours still exist and historical monuments worldwide get millions of visitors?)  Perhaps He took some solace in remembering the beginnings of His ministry and the ministry of John. But as Son of God, as a person led by the Holy Spirit, we also have to realize that God also works in and through such … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: John 10:14 Praise God!  Jesus is the Good Shepherd.  He is not a hireling.  He does not run out on you when the wolves are at your door.  He does not keep His distance from you.  No, He knows everyone who belongs to Him.  His knowledge is full and personal.  But His knowledge is not one way.  He allows Himself to BE known by us. Remember the truths in Psalm 23.  The Lord is our shepherd.  You can get as close to Him as you want.  He will let you know Him. God bless you with that reminder. Craig Thompson … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: Joshua 1:3 What ground are you claiming?  After God gave Joshua a mandate to “get up and get moving,” He followed up with this promise. “Joshua, I’ll give you a LOT of land!”  “How much, Lord?”  “As much as YOU SET YOUR FEET ON.”  “You mean I have to walk on as much land as I want?  You aren’t just going to GIVE me any land that I want by me just wishing for it or looking at it?”  “No, Joshua, I’m not.   Because I love you, I’m requiring that you WALK OUT YOUR INHERITANCE.” Hmm.  Isn’t God good to us?  He doesn’t let us get lazy.  How far do you want to go with God?  How much of an inheritance do you want?  What ground do you … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: Joshua 1:1-2 “What are you waiting for Joshua?  I know Moses was a great leader.  I know he was used by God in ways that no man has ever been used since.  He was called the meekest man upon the earth. Yes, I know he was the one I chose to deliver Israel out of Egypt. Yes, I also remember that he was the one that gave the law to my people Israel.  But Moses is dead.  It’s your turn now.  So get up and YOU lead my people over Jordan.” God has respect for His people who have followed Him in the past and blazed trails.  Remember, He -IS- the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.  But He is not a God who is nostalgic to the … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: Psalm 119:89 Some things never change.  That’s good to know in a techno-freaked world like ours which changes every second — or millisecond in some cases.  FOREVER!  That’s a long time.  God’s Word is not here today and gone tomorrow.  Forever is forever. Forever is after everything else we give esteem to has disappeared. But this is not simply “forever God’s Word is a nice thing.”  No, this is “forever, God’s Word is settled in heaven.”  When heaven and earth has passed away, God’s Word will still be settled. Praise God for His Word!  It is an anchor to our lives no matter where we are. Be blessed, Craig Thompson … Read entire article »

Today’s Meditation 0 Click to read: Mark 12:28-34 Where is your mind?  God cares about how well you think and what you think about Him.  In this passage of scripture, one of the scribes came to Jesus asking Him a question.  Now, there had been a lot of questions, as we have already talked about previously. Some of the questions were deliberate attempts to snare Jesus.  But this scribe did not seem to have that same attitude.  His interest seemed to spring from a love for the scripture, perhaps the love which made him want to be a scribe in the first place.  At any rate, He asked the question, and Jesus answered it. Then, the scribe gave a response back.  He realized that Jesus’ response was truthful and very well said.  He even … Read entire article »