Monthly Archives: October 2013

“….The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much” (James 5:16b). In week two I shared the first part of James 5:16. I return to www.biblegateway.com for these comments on the remaining part of our verse. “The term righteous … Continue reading →

“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;  Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing” (James 1:2-4). … Continue reading →

“But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible”  (Matthew 19:26). God had just spoken to a rich man who sadly walked away because he wasn’t willing to  turn … Continue reading →

“But now thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not; for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine. When thou passest through the … Continue reading →

“But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I called to my God for help.  He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry reached his ears”  (2 Samuel 22:7 NLT). He hears, grieving heart in your crisis. … Continue reading →

“Though our hearts are filled with sins, you forgave them all.  What joy for those you choose to bring near, those who live in your holy courts”  (Psalm 65:3-4 NLT). I’m reminded of the fact that this relationship I have … Continue reading →

“But Jesus turned him about, and when he saw her, he said, Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made thee whole. And the woman was made whole from that hour” (Matthew 9:22). No matter which Gospel account you … Continue reading →