This devotion is found in my book FACING TRIALS: THOUGHTS FOR MEDITATION. Available on Amazon (eBook is just $2.99) http://www.amazon.com/Facing-Trials-Meditation-Cheryl-Zelenka-ebook/dp/B00K7TNT5W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421884466&sr=8-1&keywords=Cheryl+Zelenka&pebp=1421884468539&peasin=B00K7TNT5W “Rest in this—it is His… Read More ›
Sometimes, if you want to see the stars in all their glory… you have to go out into the wilderness and face the dark. The stars remain during the day but we can’t see them. Only when darkness falls do… Read More ›
We should all strive to be satisfied and content with the provisions provided by God, but not at the risk of spiritual degeneration. When one becomes too comfortable in life, there is a serious danger of growing complacent. With complacency,… Read More ›
Where does your hope come from and where does it rest? Is it in the economy or political system? Is your hope resting on your career or financial and social status? Have you placed your hope in your spouse or… Read More ›
To read more devotions by Cheryl Zelenka go to her blog http://facingtrials.com Perseverance helps one to overcome the greatest difficulties in life. Without a steadfast tenacity to press forward through challenging obstacles, conflicts, and unexpected problems we would never get… Read More ›
Many are the proponents that will side with man having free will, and why would they not? Many if not most of us would like to think that we are free to make our own choices. Then there are… Read More ›
When difficult times knock you down, roll over and look up at the stars. It’s okay if you don’t have the strength to stand up right away. Facing unexpected trials can knock over even the most mature Christians. Reasons for… Read More ›
To read more devotions by Cheryl go to her blog http://facingtrials.com How do you see your cup, half empty or half full? Do you predict the worst will happen in any given situation or are you well practiced at finding… Read More ›
“Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.” John 15:4 (NKJV) “The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall… Read More ›
What is the one thing you think people need to know about God? Have you ever thought about this? How important do you think it is to know this one thing? I am going to say very important, as in… Read More ›
I went to see the movie UNBROKEN today. It was worth facing 18 degree weather and icy roads. It is one you should make a point to see. I will be pondering the life of Louis Zamperini for a long… Read More ›
Hello Everyone! I am giving away free eBook downloads (hope you have a Kindle or iPad) of Facing Storms: Devotions for Thought and Meditation this Saturday and Sunday. Be sure to tell your friends and family! It is my prayer… Read More ›
“Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord, and humility comes before honor.” Proverbs 15:33 (NIV) “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full… Read More ›
Today’s guest post is written by Jeremy Larson, you can learn a little about him at the end of this article. Has anyone ever asked this question? I think many times we take it for granted and assume we do…. Read More ›
(Voice of the Persecuted) Pastor Saeed’s wife, Naghmeh shared with us, a new letter from her husband, American Pastor Saeed Abedini – a U.S. citizen imprisoned for his Christian faith – has written from his prison cell. The letter was… Read More ›
What a gift! Immanuel means “God With Us” “Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which is translated, “God with us.” Matthew 1:23 (NKJV) Our dear Savior is… Read More ›
“Mary lived in invisibility in the moments of an ordinary, obscure life, as far as anyone in her own life knew. And yet, in the living of her life, quietly, faithfully, God noticed her…..God saw her and she found favor… Read More ›
Compassion is an emotion of deep sympathy or sorrow for another who is experiencing misfortune and pain. It includes a desire to ease or even alleviate burdens and distress. Jesus was often moved to compassion and would heal physical and… Read More ›
The last book of my devotion trilogy, Facing Adversity: Thoughts of Wisdom, Praise, & Promise, is now available on Amazon. Here is an excerpt from a devotion titled SUFFERING UNITES US ALL http://www.amazon.com/Facing-Adversity-Thoughts-Wisdom-Promise/dp/1503377989/ref=sr_1_5?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1417501877&sr=1-5&keywords=Cheryl+Zelenka “God has a plan and a purpose… Read More ›
Beautiful video I encourage you to watch. Accept Christ today – spread the Word of the Lord while there is yet time. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPKLfrkQeM0?rel=0] GregGreg is a strong believer in Jesus Christ and in the need for revival in today’s… Read More ›
An all-powerful and sovereign Creator, who wants to have an intimate relationship with His creation, loves mankind beyond measure. God did not create the human race out of boredom or on a whim. No, He made us for His good… Read More ›
Mentioned is a youtube site which holds a teaching on Christian Centers that serve as Aircraft Carriers within the Body of Christ. This is a profound teaching and most applicable for today. The Lord is building a Remnant Church, and… Read More ›
To Celebrate my 1000th post here on ICB, I am giving away 3 copies of Cheryl Zelenka’s new book: Facing Storms: Devotions For Thought And Meditation You can find my 1000th post here: The Miracle of Jesus Feeding The 5000:… Read More ›
Today’s guest post is written by Clement Chee, you can learn a little more about him at the end of this article. Mark 13:9-10 This will be your opportunity to tell them about Me. For the Good News must first… Read More ›
Image copyright© 2014 Creative Photo & Art Hope is powerful – coloring our perceptions, influencing our thoughts. It shines forth like a diamond, blazing forth in brilliance asking us to see it. Hope is that unseen feeling of better things… Read More ›
“Do not remember the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” Isaiah 43:18-19… Read More ›
What is your first response to adversity? Do you run to God or do you look elsewhere for support? A loving father wants his child to solicit his help in times of difficulty thus, our heavenly Father wants His spiritual… Read More ›
Our God is a healer. He is the “Great Physician,” and this means spiritual and emotional healing, not just physical healing. “He heals the broken hearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:3 (NKJV) I won’t assume that all of… Read More ›
1 John 1:9 is a PROMISE. We will find forgiveness in Christ if we confess our sins and repent of our ways. This is a blessed assurance. God will never say, “No, I will not accept your confession of sin… Read More ›
Matthew 14, John 6, Mark 6, Luke 9 – feeding of the 5000 John 6:5-13 When Jesus then lifted up his eyes, and saw a great company come unto him, he saith unto Philip, Whence shall we buy bread,… Read More ›