CathyChung

Come, thou long-expected Jesus, Born to set thy people free; From our fears and sins release us; Let us find our rest in thee. Israel’s strength and consolation, Hope of all the earth thou art; Dear desire of every nation, Joy of every longing heart. Born thy people to deliver, Born a child and yet…

Look, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and all the peoples of the earth will mourn because of him. So shall it be! Amen Revelation 1:5-8 (NIV)   They will look on me, the one they have pierced, and they will mourn for him…

God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 (NIV) I’m not a car enthusiast, but I appreciate this story.   Imagine the most powerful, beautiful car ever built. You choose the make and model, but imagine that car dented and rusted, parts broken,…

The humble will see their God at work and be glad. Let all who seek God’s help be encouraged. Psalm 69:32 (NLT)   I’ve swallowed another dose of humility.   It’s no secret – I dislike the music at traditional worship services. I respect those who do and appreciate that everyone meets God in their…

Guard my life, for I am devoted to you. You are my God; save your servant who trusts in you. Among the gods there is none like you, O Lord; no deeds can compare with yours. For you are great and do marvelous deeds; you alone are God. Teach me your way, O Lord, and…

Surprise! I am enjoying poetry as prayer. Poetry is usually too flowery for me, but this poem is practical and straightforward. Except for the ‘thee and thou’ language, it expresses my heart. I invite you to read the following poem slowly as though it were your personal prayer to God:   Oh Jesus, I have…

Photo: Lightstock Father, I am  beginning to know how much I miss when I fail to talk to thee in prayer, and through prayer to receive into my life the strength and the guidance which only thou canst give. Forgive me for the pride and the presumption that make me continue to struggle to manage…

As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written; “Be holy because I am holy.”     1 Peter 1:14-15 (NIV)   One of the first things I’ve learned…

Image created using Typorama And this is God’s plan: Both Gentiles and Jews who believe in the Good News share equally in the riches inherited by God’s children. Both are part of the same body, and both enjoy the promise of blessings because they belong to Christ Jesus. Ephesians 3:6 (NLT) I was confident.  …

The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, He will show you a way out so that you can endure. 1 Corinthians 10:13 (NLT) The devil nearly won this round.…