Journey through and dwell within the Scriptures with Alan Hoare, in the spirit of lectio divina, with these daily devotional commentaries.
Today's thought: Religious rage accomplishes nothing but destruction. It is blinded to the love of God.
Today's thought: Watch out that we do not notice the forest of God's heart as we stare at the trees.
Today's thought: A passionate love for God and his words is perfectly balanced by a gentle spirit and a love for people.
Today's thought: Human reasoning distorts the truth; the light from heaven reveals the truth.
Today's thought: When men take hold of, and seek to control the things of God, the results are not usually good.
Today's thought: In the midst of the clamour of men for power, It is God who sets the stages of world history.
Today's thought: Hidden behind all the changes of world powers are the sovereign purposes of God Almighty.
Today's thought: If all of heaven worships him, then so should we.
Today's thought: Words are carriers, and words that are inspired by the Holy Spirit both carry and impart life to those who listen.
Today's thought: Let the wisdom of God guide you in pacing yourself so that you finish well.
Today's thought: Imagine you are in the congregation at Colossae. Now read the letter aloud to yourself.
Today's thought: Either/or is not the language of heaven. True maturity can hold both formats firmly in their right settings.
Today's thought: These two men give a portrayal of what can be. One left a legacy for the church, the other left the church.
Today's thought: Gentle giants in God are always a blessing to the body of Christ.
Today's thought: Intercession is a costly aspect of prayer that needs both discernment and determination.
Today's thought: Tough times will reveal the true nature of people. What are we like under pressure?
Today's thought: A defeat is not necessarily the end. It can be part of a learning curve that renders us more effective.
Today's thought: A deeply loyal friend is one of the best gifts that God can give to us. Such a friendship need to be treasured.
Today's thought: A true encounter with Christ turns our world inside out and completely around.