Category Archives: 2015: The Power Of The Cross

“…my cup overflows.” The Good Shepherd is generous.  In fact, He gives more than our cup can hold!  It overflows.  God does not withhold anything good from us.  He provides us with what we need and then some.  It is … Continue reading →

“…my cup overflows.” Oh the generosity of the Good Shepherd!  If you haven’t sensed it by now you need to revisit this Psalm several times today.  The love and care of the Good Shepherd is lavished on us as His … Continue reading →

“You anoint my head with oil” Yesterday we talked about the practical use of the anointing oil for the shepherd.  He uses it to treat any injuries that the sheep might get while they are grazing in the field or in … Continue reading →

“You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows” The Good Shepherd “anoints” His sheep.  What does this mean?  I believe that we can gain several insights about the Lord and His care for us through David’s description.  Anointing sheep … Continue reading →

As we begin this next week of our Lenten journey I would like to offer you this model prayer that Jesus taught His disciples.  Throughout the day pray through it several times.  Pause on each phrase.  What does it tell … Continue reading →

“Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, … Continue reading →

“Since we have been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through Him! For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to Him through the death of His Son, how much … Continue reading →

“…in the presence of my enemies.” Continue to imagine with me our scene at the table that Jesus, our Good shepherd has prepared for us.  It is your favorite meal and He has bid you to come and sit and … Continue reading →

“…in the presence of my enemies.” Imagine sitting down to your favorite meal.  It has been meticulously prepared just the way you like it.  All the things that you love about it are there along with everything you need to … Continue reading →

“…in the presence of my enemies” The Good Shepherd invites you to the table even when your enemies are around.  He does not wait until your enemies are gone.  He does not eliminate your enemies.  He takes care of you … Continue reading →