Daily Dose with Denise

We have been entrusted with the Master's resources and He expects a return on what He left for us to manage. What are you doing with it? Are you using it or hiding it? Today's episodes peers into a parable Jesus told about this very matter. Come on in.

Jesus said we must be ready for His return. He said He would come at a time we do not expect Him. He wants us to be prepared. He does not want us to be caught off guard! We must get ready. In this episode we will look at what it looks like to be ready.

Are you truly free to do whatever you want to do? Can you really live life without boundaries? GOD has freed us from the penalty of sin - that is - if you accept His salvation plan (Jesus). But this does not give us permission to live how we want to live. The laws of the land permit certain behaviors, but are those in contrast to what GOD would have for His people to do. There are many things that...

I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate, I do. (Romans 7:15) This is what the Apostle Paul said. He lets us know that even though he is this devout believer in Jesus, he still had some struggles. But, it's not hopeless. He, and we, have help! We can be victorious over sin. Come in and let's talk about it.

If you were lost wouldn't you want someone to find you or at least help you to get back to where you belong? Well, this is what GOD wants us to do with those who have turned away from His truth. He wants us to go after them and help them find their way. Today's episode briefly looks at the instruction James gives regarding the recovery of the wandering.

In the book of James you will find practical guidance on how to live the Christian life. In this episode we take a look at persevering, temptation, the goodness of GOD, and how to be seekers of understanding and not just voicing your view.

People do not come with an operating manual. Yet, GOD has provided an instruction guide to help us learn to live the way He wants us to live. James, in his letter, provides practical guidance on living the Christian life. This episode begins with his first instruction.

This episode features Esau's response to discovering the blessing he'd hoped for had been stolen.

Isaac was deceived. Jacob was blessed. Esau was distressed. God had said Jacob would be leader, but He did not indicate how. Sometimes we know what God has said but we go about getting it without waiting for Him to do it.

This episode will take a look at Abraham's son, Isaac. It seeks to show that he experienced some of the same challenges as Abraham and was the recipient of blessings because of Abraham. He was like his father in many ways.

Sometimes we seek immediate gratification without considering whether our actions will result in loss of something better. We should not bargain away the permanent for the temporary.

Testing can be difficult! In today's episode we will see how Abraham handled the test that came from GOD.

Waiting can be wearisome. This process has the potential to wear you down. But, when GOD fulfills His promises to you be assured that HE will give you renewed strength and joy to help you carry out the assignment.

Lying is never the best thing to do. Yet, we often resort to it as a means of protection. In this episode we will see how Abraham lied again to protect himself from harm. Despite his error in relying on his own wisdom GOD protected Abraham and Sarah.

If you told someone what the LORD said would they believe you? In today's episode we will see when the message of the LORD was delivered the people did not believe and were destroyed because of it.

Praying on the behalf of others can be beneficial. GOD is willing to answer our prayers. We must be bold and specific in them and allow Him to respond. Today's episode will show how Abraham interceded and GOD said Yes!

When you've been given and assignment how do you approach it? With joy? Obligation? Reluctance? And when it is complete how do you feel? Accomplished? Relieved? Jesus had an assignment and He finished it! In today's episode we will take a look at His response to the completion of it.

There are times we need to be reminded of GOD's promises. We are prone to forget or give up on them because they seem so far off. It's good to be reminded because it will help strengthen our faith! GOD is true to His promises we just need to hold fast and believe.

When we are anxious and desperate we sometimes may decisions and plans that do not pan out well. In today's episode we will see just how unthought out plans can cause unnecessary problems.

In today's episode we will see the LORD coming to Abram at a time he is afraid. The shows up in our lives, too! He comes to communicate, comfort, and confirm His plans and purpose for our lives. We just need to recognize His coming and then believe Him.

Separation is often needed to accomplish the things of GOD. The parting is for purpose and could be beneficial even for those whom you've disconnected from.

Did you know GOD has feelings? He does! Our actions can either bring pleasure or displeasure to GOD. Which would you prefer to bring Him?

Since sin entered the world there has been competition between brothers and sisters. Sadly, sometimes rivalry between siblings result in devastating endings. This is not GOD's plan for His family. He desires for us to live in harmony with one another. He wants us to learn how to handle our disgreements and conflicts according to His instruction. In this episode we note the first sibling rivalr...

Everything starts in the beginning, even temptation. What's clear is being tempted or temptation in itself is not a sin; it is the acting upon the temptation that is the sin. The first people on earth fell into temptation and we, too, are prone to do the same. But GOD provides a way of escape for us. We just need to take it!

In Genesis Chapter 2 we discover that GOD finishes whatever HE starts and HE also provides everything we need. GOD's example of work and rest should be a guide for us. Then, we need not worry because whatever you need GOD has already considered and provided.