Mercy for Judgement
The opposite of mercy is judgment. Mercy is not easy for me. My whole character leans toward judgment.
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An Attitude of Gratitude
A grateful heart sees each day as a gift. Thankful people focus less on what they lack and more on the privileges they have.
God Our Shield
I have been thinking about God being our shield. The word “shield” also means to protect, guard, defend, shelter, and screen. God protects us from harm’s way, guards us from danger, defends us against…
You are God’s Chosen Servant
Always remember—God has chosen you! You are in God’s place at God’s perfect time. Your days are in His hands. He has gifted you and placed His hand upon you to bless you and…
The Side Effects of Fear
What are you afraid of--loss, rejection, poverty, or death? Everybody will face such realities at some point.
The Real God in the Midst of Real Pain
God did not rescue Jesus from the temptations of the Evil One. He gave Him power to resist. What do you do when you lose your dreams?
He Honors the Humble
It is part of God's plan to abase the proud and raise up the humble. Our goal should be committed service for the Savior. We should let Him take care of the honoring and…
Humility Toward Each Other
What do you do when you hear that someone was hurt by something you did?
A Sobering Sacrifice
What does obedience mean to you? Are there any areas in your life which may require a greater obedience?
Stand Firm
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.” 1 Corinthians 16:13
What An Idiot
What do people need besides our critical comments? Dear God, Help me extend grace and patience to others just as I hope you will do towards me. Amen.
You Want To Quit?
Quit giving up on yourself before you get started. You are already victorious! Quit counting yourself out. You are stronger than you think!
Heart’s Desire
“Lord, You have heard the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their heart, You will make Your ear attentive.” Psalm 10:17
He Knows the Way I Take
“He knows the way that I take; when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold. My feet have closely followed his steps; I have kept to his way without turning aside.”…
Ears to Hear
“Let he who has ears to hear, use them.” “Happy are those who listen to me” is the promise of Proverbs 8:34.
Top 10 Ways Not to Hear From God
1. Take no time for margins in your life. Fill your life with so much activity that there is no room to "Be still, cease striving, and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10).…
Let Your Light Shine
Think for a moment about the people you influence. The ones you meet at your local coffee shop, the grocery store, clothing store and online, as well as your neighbors, coworkers, church and family.…
I Am Made by God
Thought: am made by God! You are made by God. Just as surely as ANYone has been made by God, we have been made by God. He knew us before anyone knew we
The Ever Present Holy Spirit
The Spirit will not prompt us to do anything that goes against Scripture. Make sure we're listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit, not the voice of your own desires.
Not of This World
Why is it that faith in the Holy Spirit is practiced so little by Christians? The world rules too much in the lives of Christians.
A Place of Blessing
Wouldn’t you love to be like the tree that is firmly planted by the rivers of water and is fruitful and prospers? Isn’t this the life we want to live in the Lord? This…
Scripture Smorgasbord
I have a tendency to love God’s Word, like I love potluck dinners! Let me explain . . .
Jesus Takes Our Fears Seriously
Fear feels dreadful. It sucks the life out of the soul, curls us into an embryonic state, and drains us dry of contentment.