God’s Peace in the Storms of Life
It is that time of year that we are faced with winter storms. During these storms the power often goes out in our neighborhood leaving us without power for light and heat.
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God Intends it for Good
Lord, thank You for Your call on each of our lives and the transformation You are bringing about while we await the fulfillment of Your plans and purposes. Help us be teachable and learn…
Wandering and Wondering
It is sadly easy to get musty and murky in our spiritual lives. God becomes an old, old habit and our lamps no longer attract people to the Savior.
We Can Trust God
When troubles come our way, we can be stressed and upset, or we can trust God. Scripture says to set your minds and keep them set on what is above…the higher things (Colossians 3:2).…
The Sin Tracker
Instead of keeping track of your sins, learn from them and try to not commit them again, but concentrate on counting your many blessings
Cleaning in the Corners
Thank you, Father, for shining your light of love into every corner of my life so that I can walk in unrestricted fellowship with you.
Homey Hiding Place
The mountain trip was supposed to be a time of relaxation and fun spent with my parents, siblings, and their families.
Prayer in Times of Inadequacy
Whenever God puts a burden on our hearts, He will open a door to accomplish His will. How do you respond when you sense the Lord is calling you to a task that seems…
How to Get a Grip
My natural tendencies are often the opposite of trust. In my prayers I try to persuade God to do something I desperately want, or to give me something I think I can’t do without.
Holy Exchange Prayer
In every need, Jesus invites us to exchange our insufficiency for His all-sufficiency. He longs for us to substitute our “I don’t have” for “I have all I need in Jesus.”
AMERICA IS NO ACCIDENT
The history of the United States displays an uncanny pattern. At moments of crisis, when the odds against success seem overwhelming and disaster looks overwhelming, fate intervenes to provide deliverance and progress
Before the Mountains were Born
So many things about our lives are uncertain. This one thing, however, is sure: no matter where, when, or how long, God will be there and will be with us.
Am I Headed in the Direction I Want to Go?
So, this direction you’re on in your life. Will it take you to where you want to be next week and next year?
Waiting on God
What do we do when God seems slow? Let's face it. Waiting is hard. The good news is it is not up to us.
Jesus’ Blood Never Failed Me Yet
"Whether we are high above the sky or in the deepest ocean, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus…
God’s Purpose
Prayer: O Sovereign God, help me discern today what my life is intended to fulfill in your plan. Thank you for loving me and promising to walk beside me every step of my life
Put Feet to Your Faith!
In what ways is it most important to you to put feet to your faith? How have you been inspired by others putting their belief into action?
Called to Follow Him
“I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” John 8:12
The Lifter of my Head
Prayer – Lord, my head hangs low with the burdens I am carrying. Be my shield, show me your glory and lift my head up now. In the mighty name of Jesus I pray.…
Let God See You Naked
Is it possible that we lack David’s bravery because we don’t fully trust God? We may ask: What will He ask me to change? What will it cost me? But there’s nothing to fear.…
His Breath in Our Lungs
"It's your breath in our lungs..."* We frequently sing those words in Sunday worship but they carry far greater impact since my husband's recent illness.
It Takes Practice
Practice - leads to and feeds the practice of stillness. Practice of what?
In Our Weakness
Sometimes our prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling and fall to the floor. Other times, we are overcome with emotion and the words of our prayers can't capture what's in our hearts.