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How God chooses a Leader: A reflection on David

How God chooses a Leader: A reflection on David

When the world chooses a leader, it looks for the obviously strong candidate who has already proven him or herself to have some outstanding qualities. They look at the outward appearance and very little consideration may be given to the heart of the potential new leader. But not God. When a replacement for an outgoing … Continue reading »

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The Beatitudes: Blessed Are The Pure in Heart

The Beatitudes: Blessed Are The Pure in Heart

As we become merciful towards the weaknesses of others, we are moving one more step up the ladder of our spiritual growth, since a merciful person has a heart touched by God. Our hearts are sanctified by God’s Spirit -He is the great Sanctifier. We do not have the capacity to sanctify ourselves and work … Continue reading »

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The Beatitudes: Blessed are Those who are Persecuted because of Righteousness

The Beatitudes: Blessed are Those who are Persecuted because of Righteousness

Suggested Reading: Matthew 5:10-12 Jesus tells us that we will be persecuted when we take a stand for what is right. But immediately He adds that if that happens, we are blessed because the Kingdom of heaven will be ours. This is no small promise. The kingdom of heaven is the only Eternal kingdom and … Continue reading »

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David’s Total Submission to God’s Will

Scripture Reference: 1 Chronicles 22 As I come to the final article in this series where I explored why David was called a man after God’s own heart, I will today look at his total submission to God’s will when he desired something with all his heart and God decided that it will not be … Continue reading »

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David’s Repentant Heart

Scripture Reference: 2 Samuel 11-12 The Bible does not paint perfect pictures of the faith heroes. It is filled with honest accounts of the lives of great men and women of God. Reading about them shows us that God could still work through people today. We can relate to them on so many levels. These … Continue reading »

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How David showed God’s Kindness

Scripture Reference: 2 Samuel 9 As I continue in my journey of learning why David is called a man after God’s own heart, I will now look at how David showed God’s kindness to Mephibosheth, Jonathan’s son, and the grandson of his enemy, King Saul. David is finally crowned king over all of Israel and … Continue reading »

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David’s Response when His Enemy Fell

Here is another reason why I believe David was a man after God’s own heart: He didn’t rejoice when his enemy fell. Although King Saul was the reason he found himself demoted from military champion to fugitive, David did quite the opposite than rejoice when news reached him of the King’s death. He had many … Continue reading »

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David’s Generous Heart: “Share and Share Alike”

I believe David’s generous heart was one more reason why he was called a man after God’s own heart. The Story: Prevented from going into battle with the Philistines, David and his men returned to Ziklag. Here they were met with the most devastating sight. Ziklag was completely plundered by the Amalekites. It was burned … Continue reading »

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David’s Choice: Vengeance belongs to God

In this series, where I aim to explore why David was called a man after God’s heart, I will today look at David’s complete trust in God -so complete in fact that he left it over to God to deal with his powerful enemy: King Saul. He understood that vengeance belongs to God when he … Continue reading »

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David: A Faith that made Goliath look Small

In my search to find out why David is called a man after God’s own heart, I have looked at the way David prayed and David’s humility. Combined with that humility, there was an unshakable faith in God –in His goodness, in His character, and in His power. This made David stand out above the … Continue reading »

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The Way David Prayed

Scripture Reference: Psalm 27:10-14 With 2012 just around the corner, I have decided to look into the life of David more intimately in the New Year. Since God called David a man after His own heart, I am eager to learn more about him. What was it about David’s heart that God loved so much? … Continue reading »

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Christmas Message: Peace and Joy are Inseparable

Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favour rests. (Luke 2:14). When I reflect on what Christmas time was like during my childhood, I realize that what I loved most about Christmas was the amicable and peaceful atmosphere. It seemed everyone was a little friendlier, happier, … Continue reading »

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