#encounterwithgod

“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” Proverbs 19:21 In a world that constantly bombards us with choices, decisions, and the pressure to define our purpose, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. We often find ourselves in a cycle of seeking fulfillment in achievements, relationships, or material possessions. But what if there was a different way?…

“And he came to her and said, “Greetings, Oh favored one, the Lord is with you!” Luke 1:28 In this season of Christmas, do you take a moment to see the incredible love that God has given to humanity through Christ Jesus? In Luke 1:28, we are reminded of the angel’s words to Mary, affirming her as highly favored by God. This gift of favor and grace extends beyond Mary; it encompasses all of…

“When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water and let down the nets for a catch.” Luke 5:4 In Luke 5:1-11, we witness Peter having a life-changing encounter with God. When the fisherman, Simon, had an encounter with Jesus, he asked him to let down his nets into the river. Still, even after all the stress and pains he went through before to catch some fish, Simon did…

“And God said, Draw not nigh hither: put off thy shoes from off thy feet, for the place whereon thou standest is holy ground.” An encounter with God can be described as a transformative experience, akin to stumbling upon the missing puzzle piece that completes a stunning picture. Just like Moses, who encountered God through the burning bush and received divine guidance to free his people from…

“And it came to pass, that, as I made my journey, and was come nigh unto Damascus about noon, suddenly there shone from heaven a great light round about me.” Acts 22:6 An encounter with God is a profound and life-altering experience that can be likened to stumbling upon a hidden treasure in an ancient cave. Imagine Saul, a man filled with hatred and anger towards followers of Jesus. He was on a…