Peace and the Holy Spirit
The peace Jesus gives is unlike anything the world calls peace. It is peace IN the turmoil of day-to-day living. It is a peace that steadies you and a calm that encases you even…
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New Every Morning
"...His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations
A Little Frayed
The frenzied pace we sometimes choose to keep can take a toll on our homes and impact our relationships. When we live at a pace that continually drains us we end up taking it…
Restlessness
Restlessness is not always a bad thing. The sense that there is something better somewhere, that the grass is greener elsewhere, is part of the eternal call of God on our hearts.
When Peace Eludes You
Father God, today I ask You to forgive me for the places in my heart where I have allowed Your peace to be pushed aside by my own self issues.
Peace Like No Other
Be blessed today with the peace of Christ. Be blessed today with His peace that is beyond understanding.
Freedom from Shame
When God touches your life and begins a good work in you, He is committed to you. He promises to carry on the good work in your heart until it is completed. God can…
Spirituality
Spirituality is a popular subject these days. True spirituality moves you toward knowledge of Jesus as the Influencer of your heart.
Hearing from God
The other day I was asked, “How do you hear from God through His word? Although I try to read the Bible, it seems dry and old.”
Our Trademark
If you carry wounds within your soul that keep love at bay in your life, talk to a mentor who will pray with you. Jesus can bring healing, hope and a fresh display of…
Are You Choosing Chaos?
There are places and times when we feel we need extra wisdom, insight, guidance and strength. We long for understanding in situations that seem confusing. We need revelation when truth is being hidden or…
Generosity
“The world of the generous gets larger and larger – the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller” (Proverbs 11:24).
Joyfully Drawing a Long Cool Drink
What holes are in your faith bucket right now? What truth will you apply to patch them up?
Hope for a Bright Tomorrow
Hope in God comes from more than a belief that He exists. The Bible calls hope in God “an anchor for the soul”.
What Is Alive In You?
She was elderly and very sweet. I was intrigued with the way she never asked, “How are you?” No, she would look you in the eye and ask, “So, what’s alive in you today?”
Acknowledge Him
In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path.” Proverbs 3: 5 & 6
Following Jesus
Father in Heaven, I need You in my life. Forgive me for going my own way without acknowledging You. Thank you that You sent Jesus to die for my sins. Thank you that You…
Christ is Risen!
This Easter Sunday I was impressed with the newness that the Risen Christ brings to our lives.
The Ripples of Your Journey
We are like the pebble. No matter how influential or insignificant we see ourselves, we each send out ripples that circle out further than we ever dream.
Building a Strong Relationship
Strong relationships don’t just happen…they are intentional. Here are 4 steps you may want to try to build a strong relationship.
Sanding off the Rough Edges
When our hearts offer grace, freely received from the heart of God, we are giving out samples of the kindness and love we have received from God.
Overcoming Unbelief
If your faith is small today in believing God can intervene in something you feel is impossible, ask Him to help you overcome your unbelief. He will meet you at your point of desire…
