Tag Archives: God is in control

Then Samuel took a flask of olive oil and poured it over Saul’s head. He kissed Saul and said, “I am doing this because the Lord has appointed you to be the ruler over Israel, his special possession. 1 Samuel 10:1 (NLT) The midterm elections are over. The pundits are attempting to ...

Proverbs 28:2 When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily. But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability.

Proverbs 16:9 (NIV)—In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps. Proverbs 19:21 (NIV)—Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. It is natural for us to plan ahead. Planning for a vacation seems innocent enough, but ...

“Children of mine two thousand years ago I cried over Jerusalem wanting them to come under my wings for protection. I would have sheltered them and preserved them from the wiles of the enemy."

Mark 4:37-38(NIV)—37) A furious squall came up and the waves broke over the boat…. 38) …. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown? There will be tragedies, troubles, all kinds of worries, and heartbreaking events in our lifetime. These events may get ...