Forever For His Glory

Meekness in our society is often looked at as weakness. Meekness means: humbly patient or docile, as under provocation from others; enduring injury with patience and without resentment; showing patience and humility; long-suffering. Yet, in our society, we often praise the opposite. Those that are rudely forceful and “tough” are viewed highly, as men aspire to be like them. Being forceful in conversation is especially noticeable. I’m reading through the gospels right now and I have greatly noticed Jesus’ character and personality. If anyone had a reason to act tough or have an “I rule the world” type of attitude, it was Jesus. He could have called legions down and simply killed the Pharisees. In fact, He probably could have simply spoken and He could have killed them. But He didn’t. The Pharisees, Sadducees and Herodians wanted to kill Him (Mark 3:6; Matt: 26:3-4; Luke 22:2), and His townsmen probably thought He was crazy (Mark 6:3). I can only imagine what His younger brothe...

Some friends taught us this song recently, and I love the lyrics! It's also really fun to sing. Take a listen..... You've Been Mercy All the Way     by John G. Elliott Chorus  Mercy mercy Goodness and kindness Love and forgiveness Mercy mercy It's been mercy all the way It's been mercy all the way Verse 1 Lord I thank You For Your faithful mercy All my footsteps Have been guarded by grace From this moment on My heart will praise You Lord I love You Lord I love You Verse 2 You have loved me With a great compassion You have spared me From the pain I deserve Here's my heart Oh may it bring You pleasure Lord I love You Lord I love You