In 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12, the Apostle Paul conveys to the Thessalonian church a deep and meaningful message of hope and assurance. However, we also find a rather surprising and straightforward statement of the coming judgment on those who afflict these believers. Paul brings several powerful and profound truths to light in this passage. First, our … Continue reading Reflections on 2 Thessalonians 1 – JESUS, AFFLICTION, AND JUDGEMENT
Category: Devotions
Time alone with God is vital to living a life that really matters. Here I share some thoughts I have during my daily devotions.
Reflections on Amos 9:11-12
The book of Amos is a book both of judgment and mercy. When I read the words of Amos 9:11-12, I cannot help but be struck by the incredible promise of restoration that God offers to His people. The prophet Amos speaks of a day when the fallen tent of David will be restored. The … Continue reading Reflections on Amos 9:11-12
Reflections on Psalm 31
As I meditate on Psalm 31, I am struck by the deep intimacy and trust that the Psalmist has in God. This trust is not superficial or fleeting; rather, it is rooted in a lifetime of experience and relationship with the Almighty. The Psalmist begins by declaring God as his refuge and fortress, a place … Continue reading Reflections on Psalm 31
River Rafting with Jesus
Several years ago, my wife, Ali, and I were on a Pastor’s retreat to Lost Pines Resort in Cedar Creek, Texas. The retreat planners planned time for the couples to spend together relaxing and investing in each other. One of the amenities we took advantage of was the lazy river. The first time I was … Continue reading River Rafting with Jesus
Painting Pictures of devotion
“In his pictures, Arelius painted all faces after the manner and appearance of the women he loved, and so to everyone paints devotion according to his own passions and fancies. Someone given to fasting thinks himself very devout if he fast although his heart may be filled with hatred….Another person thinks himself devout because he … Continue reading Painting Pictures of devotion
Pray Hope – March 24
Prayer Focus: Healing In Jesus Name Reading: Mark 1:29-34 29 And immediately he[a] left the synagogue and entered the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. 30 Now Simon's mother-in-law lay ill with a fever, and immediately they told him about her. 31 And he came and took her by the hand and … Continue reading Pray Hope – March 24
Pray Hope Over Houston: March 23rd
Bethel Church of Houston is joining a ministry of 5 Churches in Belfast who are united to pray for a great awakening of souls, in their city and land. They initiated a 20-day Pray Hope movement in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This prayer initiative runs from March 22-April 10 (Good Friday). We have responded … Continue reading Pray Hope Over Houston: March 23rd
Thoughts on Mark 7:1-13
Let's commit to obeying his commands and dump the excuses.
50 Days of Prayer – Final Week
This marks the final week of Bethel's 50 days of prayer along with the Houston Church Planter's Network leading up to Pentecost Sunday. Below are links to devotions various Pastors and Ministry leaders throughout Houston have written for this final week. Click on the title of each day and you will be taken to their … Continue reading 50 Days of Prayer – Final Week
50 Days of Prayer – Day 14
Something strange happened this week. I committed time in my schedule for prayer with our church families 50 days of prayer. Unfortunately, It is not as though I was not previously taking time daily to pray, but I asked God to awaken me to prayer in a fresh new way. I asked him to show … Continue reading 50 Days of Prayer – Day 14