Lighten Up

Posted on November 5, 2011 by GNP Editor

Who hasn’t marveled at an ocean sunset, majestic mountains or a glorious waterfall? And when considering the Earth’s fantastic balances to maintain life, who hasn’t gasped at its unlikelihood? Or when studying Earth’s creatures, who hasn’t been astonished at how each animal is well equipped to the tiniest of details to live in their environment? Creation is so astounding the Bible says by its existence alone people have no excuse to not believe in God.

For although they knew God, they did not honor him as God or give thanks to him.
Romans 1:21

Today’s verse warns that something happens when people don’t acknowledge who God is and respond to Him accordingly. For those who refuse to “walk in the light,” He allows foolish hearts to be darkened. The Message Bible interprets Romans 1:21 to read, “They trivialized themselves into silliness and confusion so that there was neither sense nor direction left in their lives.”

Never forget who God is and that He is worthy to be worshiped, praised and thanked

Recommended Reading: John 1:1-10

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COMING BOLDLY TO THE THRONE

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Lynn Jardinico

I was praying. I was asking. I was pleading, “Lord, could you please help this woman and her sons.”

As I was saying, “God You are all powerful and in charge, and nothing is impossible for You,” I was thinking how can I help? What can I do? How will I fix this?

BONG! A light bulb moment. We are not to come to the throne of the King with doubts, meekly asking for help. We are to come boldly, confident that God and God alone can help. He can make it happen and we have to pray with the confidence that He will. We must push past our doubts to receive the full blessing of His goodness and mercy. Continue reading →

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Christmas 2010 by Oliver North

Posted on December 26, 2010 by GNP Editor

“Behold, a virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel, God with us. … Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” — George Frideric Handel, “Messiah”

WASHINGTON — This magnificent musical work penned by Handel in 1741 is heard all around the world in this season. His powerful lyrics are drawn directly from the Bible and remind us all to be thankful for the birth, sacrifice and resurrection of the Lamb of God.

In our family Christmas tradition, Handel’s oratorio is performed at our Christmas Eve church service. The following morning, we play it in the background as our children — and now a dozen grandchildren — rip into their presents around a carefully decorated Scotch pine. Each time I hear it, the music prompts me to be grateful for the Prince of Peace — and thankful for those whose selfless service makes it possible for us to enjoy this celebration in tranquility. Continue reading →

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