All Are Welcome
In Luke 7, Jesus teaches that we should go out of our way to welcome the unwanted. Our Savior knew all too well the pains of exclusion.
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Thankful for the Unexpected
In 1 Thessalonians 5, Paul calls us to offer grateful thanks to our heavenly Father in all things, for he knows this is the will of God concerning each of us.
Just Being Nice
Our Father in heaven wants us to be images of his Son — because there is no limit to the kindness Jesus has shown each of us. How then can we put an arbitrary…
Our Safety Net
LATELY, I’VE BEEN THINKING MORE ABOUT THE SECURITY OF MY FAMILY. During uncertain times, my need for extra security rises.
Thrown in the Deep End
God’s purpose often puts us into deep waters. He calls us to move from the safety of the kiddie end of the pool and head toward the deep end. If we choose to paddle…
Voice of Doom
God doesn’t want us listening to the voice of doom that often bounces around in our heads and says things like, “I just don’t have the talent, education, or drive to make it.” In…
The Condition of Our Hearts
God wants us to make a conscious effort to control our words. But it will require us to dig deeper to find the root cause.
Help is On the Way
It was time for my annual self-evaluation. The past year was busier than usual, but busyness does not always translate into more successes.
Your Hope in Him is Never in Vain
Lord, you know how easily I can lose hope during trials. Help me trust in and through you so that I regain the hope I need to persevere.
God is Working Through Our Circumstances
Yes, we can expect to face suffering in our faith journey. He promises the pain and hardships will serve their purpose and contribute to an overall good in his plan for our lives.
Keep in Touch with Him
As Christians, prayer is central to our faith. It strengthens our relationship with him and deepens our trust.
Safe Place to Grow
God does not tally our blunders in his logbook or entangle us in shame. He encourages us, offers a new beginning, and promises to remember our sins no more, always taking an interest in…
Disappointments
Lord, help me see the failures and disappointments as stepping stones, leading me back to you and helping me turn my life around for the better. Thank you for clearing a path that always…
Likes and Followers
If properly used, social media can help grow the Kingdom of God. But if we are not on guard, social media can easily become an idol worshiped in a real sense, distracting us from…
Yes I Will
Seeking God’s will acknowledges he has more knowledge than we do and that his plan for us is best.
A Loving Word
Pray always and be comforted by God's kindness and compassion, hope and love, light and consolation — the perfect cure for a troubled heart and soul.
Spiritual Cleaning
Take a survey of what is cluttering your heart. Ask the Lord to strengthen you so that you can let go of these hindrances to seeking his Kingdom.
Crying Out
In our Christian journey, moments will arise where we find ourselves desperate for something seemingly out of reach.
What Are You Looking For?
Jesus asked the disciple, “What are you looking for?” His questions are always penetrating. Our Lord is probing their hearts again.
No Room for Jesus
God wants us to make him a priority, which means making room for Jesus. We can ask the Holy Spirit to help us glorify our Savior above all.
Approaching Storm
Lord, let me always be in awe of your power and wisdom that I do not foolishly attempt to take on the storms in my life by myself.