Category Archives: Attributes of God

The Compassion of the Father

Posted on June 24, 2022 by Wayne Davies

My wife Julie and I have been reading A Layman Looks at the Lord’s Prayer by W. Phillip Keller. He is best known for A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23, which we read last year. His writing is rich with … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons to Praise God Today

Posted on May 21, 2022 by Wayne Davies

Here’s one of my favorite Bible verses: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.” (Colossians 3:16) Looking for reasons … Continue reading →

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How to Be Overwhelmed by the Love of God

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Wayne Davies

As we reflect on the meaning of the death of Christ, I’m thankful for these words from J.I. Packer: “God’s love is an exercise of His goodness towards sinners. As such, it has the nature of grace and mercy.   … Continue reading →

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How to Read (and Write) Your Way into God’s Presence

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Wayne Davies

Do you ever read the Bible and then, in response, write down your thoughts, prayers and praises to God? Whether you’ve ever done that before or not, why not follow along below as I walk you through a simple exercise … Continue reading →

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Who Made God?

Posted on July 25, 2021 by Wayne Davies

One of the best questions a child can ask is, “Who made God?” Or how about this one: “Where did God come from?” These are great questions that a person of any age can ask, don’t you think? Fortunately, the Bible provides … Continue reading →

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Do People in Hell Get A Second Chance?

Posted on February 21, 2021 by Wayne Davies

I received this question from a reader recently: “Can you pray people out of hell and bring them up to heaven?” This is an excellent question. How would you answer it? And most importantly, does Scripture address this question? Does … Continue reading →

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Jesus Loves Me, How I Know

Posted on February 14, 2021 by Wayne Davies

One of the great themes of Scripture is the love of God. And one of my favorite songs continues to be the celebration of that love.   You know this song, too. Wherever you are right now, go ahead and … Continue reading →

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How to Become More Like Jesus

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Wayne Davies

Here’s a verse that I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. 2 Corinthians 3:18 … Continue reading →

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Ephraim on Trial (A Poem on the Justice & Mercy of God)

Posted on May 19, 2016 by Wayne Davies

Lately I’ve been overwhelmed by the mercy and justice of God. Sometimes, usually in the morning, while reading the Bible and praying, I sit in my chair in the presence of Jesus and all I can do is cry. About … Continue reading →

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What Has God Done For You Lately?

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Wayne Davies

Lately, when I wake up, I have this increasing awareness that the start of a new day is an undeserved gift of God’s grace. Lately, when I go to bed, I have this increasing awareness that I might not wake … Continue reading →

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