These reflections began as quiet meditations between patient visits and pages of fiction. They’ve grown into a journal of faith — a place to wrestle with Scripture, grace, and the call to live faithfully in a restless world.
-
Our Daily Choice
Every morning, we wake up to our daily choice: Do we believe that God is sovereign over the world, or do we accept the idea that human intellect is the highest authority? The answer to this question shapes how we live, what we value, and ultimately, where we place our hope. In 1 Corinthians 1:18-21,…
-
Experiencing Spiritual Emptiness
Experiencing spiritual emptiness is often required in the process of spiritual growth and transformation. Watchman Nee tackles this issue in his commentary on Daniel 10:8. \”So I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me; for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no…
-
Just a Toe Nail
Watchman Nee says each of us is important in God\’s eye and tells us to embrace who we are. However, it\’s not always easy. Sure, it\’s a breeze to not be jealous of a foot if you\’re a hand. But what if you\’re just a toe nail? That\’s how I feel sometimes! Nee begins by…
-
Help God Every Day
Watchman Nee has a gift for clarifying important truths in life. In this short devotional, he explains our primary purpose for living – to help God every day. The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. – Romans 16.20 We believers who have been chosen by the Lord should never forget this…
-
The Law and the Necessity of Christ: A Jewish Believer\’s Perspective
The intersection of faith and law within the experience of Jewish believers in Christ presents a unique set of theological challenges. At the core of this struggle lies a fundamental question: Is the Law sufficient for salvation, or is there a necessity for the grace offered through Christ? The Apostle Paul, in his letter to…
-
What It Means To Be In Christ
The transformation that occurs when a believer is \”in Christ\” is supernatural, profound, and multifaceted, touching every aspect of our being—spiritual, emotional, and relational. This transformation is described throughout the New Testament and is central to Christian faith. Below are key aspects of this transformation: 1. New Identity Scripture: \”Therefore, if anyone is in Christ,…
-
Judge Not
In a time of intense political and social division, it is more important than ever for Americans to embrace the wisdom of \”judge not.\” This message is beautifully captured by Watchman Nee as he comments on the Biblical passage from Matthew 7:3. Watchman Nee Devotion Why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brother’s…
-
Sharing Our Faith
One of our greatest challenges as believers in God is sharing our faith without sounding preachy or condescending. Growing up Jewish, this was not an issue because Jews are not commanded to share their faith with non-believers. However, having accepted Jesus, I am now instructed to share my faith in the hope that others might…
-
The End of the Law
Today\’s blog post examines the Mosaic Law found in the Old Testament of the Bible and how the Law of Christ brought about the end of the Law. As a Jew who has come to recognize Jesus as the Messiah, I have struggled to fully understand Jesus\’ passage in His Sermon on the Mount where…
-
Forgiveness and Love Connection
I learned something today quite powerful about the nature of God’s love and the forgiveness of sin. Watchman Nee’s daily devotion addressed the forgiveness and love connection, starting with a biblical verse from Luke. Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much: but to whom little is forgiven, the same loveth little.…
-
In Nothing Be Anxious
In his Daily Devotional, Watchman Nee commented on the famous verses in Philippians 4:6-7 that begin, “In nothing be anxious.” Let’s take a look at the scripture, followed by his commentary, and then reflect on this important message. In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be…
-
Aligning Our Prayers With God’s Will
Today’s blog post examines the importance of aligning our prayers with God’s will when we seek specific outcomes or desires. Let’s start with a daily devotion from Watchman Nee and then explore examples of how to understand God’s will in our lives. And this is the boldness which we have toward him, that, if we…