I have heard that there is a new Bible translation available. It is called the You Version. Jesus, the Word of God, revealed in the Scriptures is not revealed completely. As Stanley Jones would say, that is “the Word become word.” Jesus revealed through you, however, is once again a real-ization of what John wrote: “the Word become flesh.” As you present the Word and the words of your God […]
Author Archive: Douglas Thomas
The Eye of the Lord
The Lord looks down from heaven;He observes everyone.He gazes on all the inhabitants of the earthfrom His dwelling place.He alone crafts their hearts;He considers all their works.A king is not saved by a large army;a warrior will not be delivered by great strength.The horse is a false hope for safety;it provides no escape by its great power.Now the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him—those who depend […]
Led to Listen and Learn
Lead us into Your vision, and speak to us with Your voice, Lord. Show us the path of righteousness, and cause us to walk in it without failing. Make us able to succeed at the work which You died to privilege us with. Give us grace that draws us to Your heart, Your purpose, Your life, Your love, Your throne. Prepare us and lead us, Lord. I will lead the […]
Draw Near and Seek the Lord
By faith, Enoch was taken away so that he did not experience death, and he was not to be found because God took him away. For prior to his transformation he was approved, having pleased God. Now without faith it is impossible to please God, for the one who draws near to Him must believe that He exists and rewards those who seek Him.(Hebrews 11:5-6 HCSB ©®) Today may have […]
For the Sake of My Servant
When the Rabshakeh heard that the king of Assyria had left Lachish, he returned and found him fighting against Libnah. The king had heard this about Tirhakah king of Cush: “Look, he has set out to fight against you.” So he again sent messengers to Hezekiah, saying, “Say this to Hezekiah king of Judah: ‘Don’t let your God, whom you trust, deceive you by promising that Jerusalem will not be […]
The Commandment of Eternal Life
Your Father commanded your eternal life.He will bring it to pass. He will cause it to be fruitful. Nevertheless, many did believe in Him even among the rulers, but because of the Pharisees they did not confess Him, so they would not be banned from the synagogue. For they loved praise from men more than praise from God.Then Jesus cried out, “The one who believes in Me believes not in […]
For Works, Not By Works
Most people want to live a life that has meaning and purpose. Some people want it badly enough to invest heavily in preparation for the fulfilment of some project or work that matters, even to the point of 15 years of preparation in some cases. Generally, only the people who are playing a “long game” with regard to their intentions and the work they invest to realize those intentions are […]
Be Encouraged
When has “encouragement” been reduced to the lower level of “pep talk?” At half-time in a ball game, each team’s coach has an opportunity to give her/his team a speech on something. If they are losing, they need to be reminded of strategies or mindsets that might help them turn the tide. If they are winning, maybe they need to be reminded not to get slack and throw the game […]
This Life
How much of our “good news” is left if we remove the religion? Is our invitation to unbelievers an invitation to Sunday meetings? Are we inviting them to avoid the lake of fire? To what do we invite those who are addicted to alcohol and other drugs? I have become convinced that the only appropriate invitation is to meet Jesus. When He is properly introduced as a King and a […]
Recognizing Jesus
At that, Peter and the other disciple went out, heading for the tomb. The two were running together, but the other disciple outran Peter and got to the tomb first. Stooping down, he saw the linen cloths lying there, yet he did not go in. Then, following him, Simon Peter came also. He entered the tomb and saw the linen cloths lying there. The wrapping that had been on His […]