Author: Merlie

I was recently thinking about Mathew 28:16-20. It’s called the great commission, rightfully so because the Lord himself commissioned the disciples with a mission. (A goal, plan,purpose) First he begins by informing them that He has all the authority in Heaven and earth . Therefore since he has all that power coming from a placeContinue reading

Ecclesiastes 3:1 There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under heaven (NIV) This time ,your present time, your NOW, is not a coincidental time. In this very moment, everything is for a reason and, or can be used for a great purpose. Nothing is a waste in the sight andContinue reading

Mark 9:17 Teacher , I brought you my son ,who is possessed by a spirit that has robbed him of speech. (NIV) Mark5:3 This man lived in the tombs, and no one could bind him any more ,not even with a chain . (NIV) If you witness this what would be your first thoughts ?Continue reading

Thank You. Don’t worry about anything : instead, pray about everything; tell God your needs and don’t forget to thank him for all his answers. Philippians 4:6 . Living bible No matter what happens ,always be thankful, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18. Living bible IContinue reading

Mark 8:35 (NLT) If you try to hang on to your life ,you will lose it .But if you give up your life for my sake and for the sake of the Good News, you will save it. I’ve been thinking about this verse for a bit now. It’s spoken by Jesus after predicting hisContinue reading

A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen. HEBREWS 11:1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for ,the evidence of things not seen. [NKJV] It makes no sense , sounds like foolishness. However I want to give the simplest example of what it is and can be. If youContinue reading

The lord is a refuge for the oppressed,a stronghold in times of trouble . Psalm 9:9 (NIV) Oppressed- governed in an unfair and cruel way and prevented from having opportunities and freedom. Oppressed- feelings Worried and uncomfortable  Trouble- a problem, or difficulties  ( Cambridge English dictionary) All living will somehow experience oppression and trouble toContinue reading

O Lord God of Heaven’s Armies!Where is there anyone as mighty as you, O Lord?You are entirely faithful. Psalm 89: 8 (NLT) I had this saying I came up with I believe since I was a kid. I never really talked about it or shared it . I thought to myself as a way toContinue reading