The Life and Times of An Old Man Following Jesus! Edifying and Encouraging Believers!
As I was reading this morning, Psalm 131 stood out, and it says..."O LORD, my heart is not lifted up; my eyes are not raised too high; I do not occupy myself with things too great and too marvelous for me. But I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with its … Continue reading Thoughts From Psalm 131
In Matthew chapter 5 verse 7, Jesus is teaching us about the connection between mercy and grace when he tells us, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” So, why does Jesus emphasize mercy here? Well, because it’s foundational to our relationships both with God and with others. When we practice mercy, … Continue reading Blessed are the merciful
In Matthew 5:5, Jesus says, 'Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.' Meekness is often misunderstood. It’s not weakness, it’s strength under control. True meekness comes from humility and a gentle spirit. It’s about recognizing our place in God’s creation and trusting Him with our lives.When we embrace meekness, we reflect Jesus's … Continue reading Are You Truly Meek?
In Matthew 5:4, Jesus teaches us about mourning and comfort. He says, ..."Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." At first glance, this might seem contrary to our way of thinking because we often associate mourning with sorrow and loss, but here, Jesus flips that perspective.Mourning isn’t just about the loss of … Continue reading Blessed Are Those Who Mourn
It's 2:00 AM Sunday morning, and I got home from the hospital around 8PM last night. (Saturday). No, it wasn't for Kimmie. It was me. The journey to where I'm at is strange, for the last couple weeks I've been in deep prayer about a few things that has been grieving my soul, low and … Continue reading A Rough Week
Bobby Robinson 