God-Given Ability
Philippians 1:6 “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” Since God has graciously granted us…
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The Intimacy of Total Reliance
Would you consider yourself self-sufficient? Most people would say yes, because from childhood through adulthood, culture teaches us to be self-sustaining individuals.
Brotherly Love
“I know the kind of life you’re living and the friends you’re running with don’t know the Bible - it could be, you’re the only Bible they’ll read. You’re the only Jesus they’ll see.”
There is Room
Where do You need Jesus to make room for you? Where are you called to make room for someone else?
A Hard Road Ahead?
Jesus has some words of encouragement about focusing on the road just ahead in these moments…
Grace, Truth and Acceptance
Jesus shared truth but graciously. Jesus offered grace but truthfully. Grace and truth. Acceptance seeks to offer both.
God’s Steadfast Love
We have three mistaken notions about God’s love: 1. If God loves me He will protect me from painful experiences. 2. I don’t deserve God’s love. I haven’t done enough to earn His love.…
God will Not Waste your Life
I lose sight of that sometimes. In the midst of an ordinary day I forget that I have this incredible hope. When I feel weak, forgotten, worn out or left behind it’s often because…
Uncomfortable
Comfort is of high value! For some, comfort is the determining factor for decisions. Jesus did not live in that world. Jesus wanted discomfort removed but he had a higher priority — to do…
Run To Jesus
You are not alone in these trying times or through these difficult circumstances. . In Jesus you have a Warrior who has won the battle,
The Roar of Sorrow
“…when sorrows like sea billows roll…” That’s how one man described his lot after financial ruin from the 1871 Great Chicago Fire, and then the death of his four daughters in a transatlantic ship…
She Forgot to Worry
"Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace… Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly.
Double Minded, Me?
The LORD has prompted me in the past not to be double-minded. At the time I was a bit hurt and said "Surely not I?"
Help Me See Your Words as Life
Holy Lord, help me see your words as life. I know you have given your commands, your will for holiness, to bless me and protect me.
It is Not the End!
There are times in life when God seems far away and we wonder why he is not speaking to us. Why can’t we feel His warmth?
What Do You Do With Worry?
Sometimes things seem big. Sometimes things are big! Yet God tells us to worry about nothing! It seems impossible to us. “Don’t worry about anything; instead pray about everything: tell God your needs and…
Victory over Worry
A lot of our stress and discouragement is caused either by unfounded or maybe even real fears and anxieties.
Struggles in Faith
Are you facing an inner spiritual battle? Lord, strengthen me with Your Word to fight the good fight against the sin which creeps into my life.
Root Bound Plants
What spiritual lessons can we learn from reviving a root bound plant? Root bound Christians need consistent “watering” by the Holy Spirit.
The Old Apple Tree
Father, thank You for producing fruit in and through us. Enable us to grow our roots deep into the knowledge of Your love so we will produce fruit
All Your Plans and Paths
The successful, fruitful, joyful Christian who lives a supernatural life is one whose thoughts are focused on our wonderful God and His attributes,
Tenderhearted, Forgive One Another
Wouldn’t you prefer to be “tenderhearted, forgiving one another”? Decide what you need to forgive. Be specific. Narrow it down to the identifiable offense. The question is, Are you going to let the hurt…
Don’t Miss God’s Blessings
Many people want eternal life, but on their terms. In order to have this eternal life in Christ, we must put God first in our lives. We are to love God most.
A Most Important Work
How do you define spiritual success? Feeding the poor? Defending the weak? Sacrificing your own needs for others?