Posts by Encounters With God Ministry
WHAT IF…YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE AFRAID?
A recent issue of Word Among Us magazine reminds us that “Do Not Be Afraid” is one of the most frequently used phrases in Scripture. From Genesis to Revelation, God tells His people, not to be afraid! (Genesis 15:1; Revelation 2:10 NKJV.) It goes on to say, fear is a healthy response to danger. But,…
Read MoreWHAT IF…THERE IS SOMEONE YOU CAN TRUST?
In this world of distrust, is there anything we can trust? There is a prayer which appears twice in the Bible … all versions … and it goes like this: “Love the Lord with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.” -Deuteronomy 6:5, Mark 12:29-31 NKJV. Isn’t that what you…
Read MoreTHE PROMISE
“Come To Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” NKJV Matthew reported…
Read MoreSTRUGGLING?
Is there an area of life where you are struggling? Maybe you’ve experienced the loss of home or family? Maybe it’s something a little less dire, but it still weighs on you. Whatever it is, surrender it to the Lord. Tell hm that you trust in him to take care of you. (Psalm 23.) Even…
Read MoreENJOY LIFE!
GET OVER STRESS AND ANXIETY! Ralph Waldo Emerson suggested, “Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year. He is rich who owns the day, and no one owns the day who allows it to be invaded with fret or anxiety. Finish every day and be done with it. You…
Read MoreYOU ARE UNIQUE; YOU WERE MADE FOR A PURPOSE
A recent Tweet from Motivational Quotes: “The one thing you have that no one else has is you!” This is an important truth. Think about it. Why are you made as you are? There must be a purpose to it—to you! I believe in the Bible, a book that has been around for over 2000…
Read MoreTHE APOSTLE PAUL’S ENCOUNTER, AS WRITTEN IN THE BOOK OF ACTS
Often it takes someone’s example to help us understand a situation or opportunity. Here is an example straight out of the Bible about a Jewish zealot who had a shocking encounter with God.[The above interview is from the upcoming book, “Encounters with God Interviews, Vol. 1.”] Q: Paul, at what age did you first hear…
Read MoreSPIRITUALLY CONFUSED?
Who wouldn’t be? Life on earth gets confusing really quick. As soon as children entered public school, this world throws tons of stuff our way … how to fight off pandemic germs, how to handle electronic bullies, and those bigger issues: Drills not just for possible fires, but drills how to react to school shootings!…
Read MoreGOD’S TOP TEN
WAYS TO HAPPINESS God foresaw the days and ways when unhappiness would surround us. Way back in the Old Testament (Exodus 20:3-17) He gave us ten ways we could help prepare ourselves and live the happiest life possible on this earth. To our detriments, many of us have conveniently forgotten them. I say “our” detriment…
Read More16 REASONS & A PRAYER
WHY CHRISTIANS LOVE GOD God of Glory is Life and Love Hearts unfold like flowers before Him, opening to the sun above. He melts the clouds of sin and sadness He drives our fears and doubts away He gives immortal gladness He fills us with the Light of Day His works with Joy surround Him…
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