Christmas events can sometimes give rise to relational conflict that mars the peace of the season. Conflict often reflects unmet needs. No one likes to be thought of as needy. It’s easier to think of others as needy;
Read more..Sometimes that manger scene seems so irrelevant. I pondered how the Baby Jesus impacts my life. He is…so much more than just a baby!
Read more..Advent is a time to prepare our hearts for Christmas. It’s a wonderful tradition that moves us beyond the tinsel to remember what is truly important. It helps us make room for Jesus in our lives that often have “no room in the inn”.
Read more..“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:15
Read more..Becky had often heard the little saying, "have an attitude of gratitude", and for the most part she did. She could count her blessings and generally found a thankful spirit. But this - there was no thankfulness in this!
Read more..“… Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love: therefore with loving kindness have I drawn you.” Jeremiah 31:3
Read more..Spiritual fast food is great for those crazy days now and then, but if it is your steady diet your soul will be malnourished.
Read more..If your life is chaotic and your spirit is dry… if panic is becoming more often present in your heart and mind than peace… check what you are neglecting.
Read more..We talked about the song in our hearts and how busyness and life’s general challenges can tend to drown out the music at times.
Read more..If it feels impossible to be thankful where you stand right now ask God to help you to say “thank you” to Him that He alone can give you peace. Thank Him for His love and His care and His power to lead you today through the maze of your life.
Read more..You can have no fear when shadows cross your pathway. “Even though I walk through
Read more..What’s the Tone in Your Home These Days? By Gail Rodgers. “A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” Proverbs 15:1
Read more..…God …through us, spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Christ.” 2 Corinthians 2:14
Read more..Susan just “knew” that if God would give her the desire of her heart she would be happy. If this one thing could happen, she believed she would be content.
Read more..God invites you to deposit your life into His hands or His account. He wants to use your life to touch others and bring you fulfillment in the process.
Read more..The tongue is also a fire. “Consider what a great forest is set on fire by a small spark. The tongue is also a fire….” James 3:6
Read more..Father God, You know just what I need. And I need to proclaim your love and faithfulness every day.
Read more..Do You God’s Word reminds us that the Lord said,: “... Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love: therefore with loving kindness have I drawn you.” Jeremiah 31:3
Read more..Philippians 4:8 "...if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.”
Read more..Every day we choose our direction. Even when there are tasks that don’t particularly fulfill us or agenda items we might not have put on our top ten list … still, we choose our direction.
Read more..Is there someone who needs your patience or forgiveness today? Look for an opportunity to show God’s love to someone today.
Read more..What do you do when you encounter a negative atmosphere? “But You are a shield around me, O LORD; You bestow glory on me and lift up my head.” Psalm 3:3
Read more..When the way gets hard, He grips our whole hand in His and leads us up the steep incline.
Read more..Father God, Please help me to identify the unmet needs that exist in the conflicts I find myself in. Help me to turn to You to meet the deep needs of my heart.
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