The Dynamics of Mercy
Jesus says the merciful are shown mercy. Forgiving others allows us to see how God has forgiven us.
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A Heart of Compassion
How do you keep doing for others in the midst of chaos in your own life? Jesus withdrew to be alone after hearing that his cousin, John the Baptist, was beheaded.
Don’t Worry, Be Happy
I confess; I am a worrier. I worry too much, often about things in the past, often about things over which I have no control and often over things that probably won’t even happen.
Something Else Entirely
Think about an area in life that may be enslaving you. Have a problem with lying incessantly? Negative attitude? Harsh words? Whatever it may be, honestly ask Christ to help you defeat these sins…
The Fruit of Love
Heartache and pain is part of life. It can either bring us closer to the One who can transform the difficulties of life into fruit, or it can make us bitter, angry, and full…
Sacred Romance
God is waiting to show us His love in all of its fullness - in our joy and in our sorrow. Sometimes we are just too busy to recognize Him. There is nothing more…
God is Satisfied
We fret. He is calm. God is not pacing the floors, wondering what’s going on, biting His fingernails, or dissatisfied with our lives and the world in general.
Fretting is Futile
No one has to remind you of the high cost of anxiety. (But I will anyway). Worry divides the mind. Anxiety is an expensive habit. Of course, it might be worth the cost if…
Who or What Do You Worship?
Ecclesiastes 5:10 reminds us that “Whoever loves money never has money enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income….” The trap is wealth.
Ready for the Test?
Do you feel more anxious now than you did at the beginning of the year? Or has your faith blossomed and your reliance on Jesus become more consistent?
Stronger than a Crocodile
When was the last time you cried for help using the name of Jesus? I need to be reminded of the power of the name of Jesus. How about you?
An Unexpected Crisis Can Become a Divine Appointment
Illustration: At the age of 24, I faced an unexpected crisis as I developed a serious problem on my spine that needed surgery. I spent 25 days in hospital...