After all that Hezekiah had so faithfully done, Sennacherib king of Assyria came and invaded Judah. He laid siege to the fortified cities, thinking to conquer them for himself. 2 Chronicles 32:1 NIV

Hezekiah was a great king. Earlier in scripture we read the Hezekiah followed the ways of one of his ancestors, King David. Hezekiah had a heart

When Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come and that he intended to make war on Jerusalem, he consulted with his officials and military staff about blocking off the water from the springs outside the city, and they helped him. A large force of men assembled, and they blocked all the springs and the stream that flowed through the land. "Why should

He appointed military officers over the people and assembled them before him in the square at the city gate and encouraged them with these words: "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged because of the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater power with us than with him. With him is only the arm of

"This is what Sennacherib king of Assyria says: On what are you basing your confidence, that you remain in Jerusalem under siege? When Hezekiah says, `The LORD our God will save us from the hand of the king of Assyria,' he is misleading you, to let you die of hunger and thirst." 2 Chronicles 32:10-11 NIV

Sennacherib was what some of us would

King Hezekiah and the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz cried out in prayer to Heaven about this. 2 Chronicles 32:20 NIV

This week we have seen that Hezekiah, the great and Godly king of Judah, led God's people in a mighty way. He did not follow the evil ways of his father, but instead, set a path of righteousness for generations to follow. Even after

And the LORD sent an angel, who annihilated all the fighting men and the leaders and officers in the camp of the Assyrian king. So he withdrew to his own land in disgrace. And when he went into the temple of his god, some of his sons cut him down with the sword. So the LORD saved Hezekiah and the people of Jerusalem from the hand of Sennacherib

When Jesus had finished saying all this in the hearing of the people, he entered Capernaum. There a centurion's servant, whom his master valued highly, was sick and about to die. The centurion heard of Jesus and sent some elders of the Jews to Him, asking Him to come and heal his servant. Luke 7:1-3 NIV

Jesus ministered on an individual basis.

When they came to Jesus, they pleaded earnestly with Him, "This man deserves to have you do this, because he loves our nation and has built our synagogue." Luke 7:4-5 NIV

What do you believe you "deserve" from God? Does your good behavior warrant His immediate attention? Does your church attendance record dictate that He perform for you? Should

So Jesus went with them. He was not far from the house when the centurion sent friends to say to Him: "Lord, don't trouble yourself, for I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. That is why I did not even consider myself worthy to come to you. But say the word, and my servant will be healed." Luke 7:6-7 NIV

Can you imagine the president

When Jesus heard this, He was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following Him, He said, "I tell you, I have not found such great faith even in Israel." Then the men who had been sent returned to the house and found the servant well. Luke 7:9-10 NIV

Are you amazed at the tiny hands and feet of a newborn? Are you amazed at the awesome power

After Job had prayed for his friends, the Lord made him prosperous again and gave him twice as much as he had before. Job 42:8 NIV

Prayer works! I don't always know how or understand why, but time and time again, God has proven to me that He does respond to the prayers of His people. God is the One who is fully able to meet our desires, and

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 NIV

"Now I'll just be gone a few minutes. Don't worry."

"It's okay Daddy. We won't be alone."

"Well of course not. You will have each other, won't you?"

"Jesus is always with us

By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thorn bushes, or figs from thistles? Matthew 7:16 NIV

Jesus had a way of speaking rather clearly, didn't He?

I am not a tree expert. I am fascinated by people who can not only pick out an oak tree, but tell me exactly what type of oak it is.

There is a yard in my neighborhood

If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Luke 6:32a NIV

I wonder if Jesus got an answer to this question!

You know as I do that it is easier to love some people than others. Some people quite frankly are just difficult to love. (No names necessary, but you know who I'm talking about.)

Jesus doesn't always call us to easy

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Remember Lot's wife! Luke 17:32 NIV

Talk about a memory verse! Can you remember today's verse: "Remember Lot's wife!"? I hope you can, but more importantly, I hope you can remember why Jesus wanted you to remember it!

Lot's wife looked back. She took her eyes off the path of the Lord. She focused on the world instead of on the glory

After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. 1 Thessalonians 4:17 NIV

One day there is going to be a trumpet call The trumpet call of God will be heard! The archangel has his tune picked out and his instrument shined.

It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God. Acts 15:19 NIV

"Excuse me, this is my regular seat. Could you move?"

"We don't clap our hands in this church. It just isn't proper."

"Don't get so excited. Calm down. After a while you'll be like the rest of us mature'

For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; He will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Revelation 7:17 NIV

Oh, that is what I am waiting for!

The Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world, will one day guide His people to the well of eternal life. Those saints

They are free from the burdens common to man; they are not plagued by human ills. Psalm 73:5 NIV

What a great verse! I wish I could say it applied to you, my Christian friend.

The Psalmist was talking about the wicked. You see, he says that he almost slipped and joined them. The wicked seemed to prosper. The wicked seemed to get by with

Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." Hebrews 13:5 NIV

God didn't say, "Don't like money!" He didn't say, "You don't need money!" He didn't say, "Don't acquire money!" He didn't say, "Don't have money!" He said, "Keep

He said, "Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some." When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish. John 21:6 NIV

Today, we can have victory in life if we will throw our nets on the right side. We will prosper abundantly, experience great peace and joy, and find wisdom for