Under Authority
Heavenly Father, Thank You that submission to You is a safe, beautiful and even powerful place. I submit my life to You today. May I live my life in such a way that I…
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Tap Into the Source
I can’t do anything disconnected from my Source. Thank you, Jesus, that you are my "Source” of everything I need for today. Amen.
Blessings from the Lord
I am learning that God’s perspective on blessing is so much greater than ours.
Jesus is My Hero
This is our Jesus, amazing God who became man, my Superhero. He broke through and created space for each and every one of us.
The Lord is My Shepherd
I started a 40-day fast, abstaining from spending, acquiring and shopping. Thankfully my husband eagerly accepted the challenge to shop for groceries and necessities.
In Spite of the Circumstances
“What am I going to praise You for?” she thought. “Everything I see is a mess.” “For who I am,” came the answer.
Blessings from the Lord
It struck me that if children are a blessing from the Lord, then God must actually be looking upon us as blessings too! Since we are “His children God is our Heavenly Father” God…
Endowed with Splendor
Are you clothed in splendor? we don’t achieve splendor, nor can we buy it. Instead, we are given it from heaven.
Enthusiasm
Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." I find God in the places where I am most enthusiastic.
Facing the Lions
Thank You, God, that You grow me in my capacity and strength to face the challenges of every day. I bring my lions to You right now.
When Life Isn’t Easy
Take Heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33 Too often I’m enchanted into thinking that life should be easy. I want it to hum ahead. I want the days to flow beautifully without…
An Act of Devotion
Psalm 135:5 “I know the greatness of the Lord -that our Lord is greater than any other god.” Prayer: Dear Father, I am devoted to You. May I center my day around You today,…
Celebrate Freedom
Father, thank You for my freedom. I don’t take it for granted. I receive and embrace this freedom that makes me free body, soul and spirit.
Inviting God into the Chaos
Whenever I get to a place where life seems more than I can handle, there’s that still, small voice that nudges me: “Remember, be still & know that I am God..”
There is Room
Where do You need Jesus to make room for you? Where are you called to make room for someone else?
Landscape of the Soul
God is in the restoration business. He restored the Psalmist David’s soul and He desires to restore every soul.
Born into the World
While everyone is focused on the seemingly important events of the day, Jesus, Savior of the world, is born in a manger. Jesus pierces through our activity and calls us to come and adore…
Write the Vision
Is your life on the right track? What does your picture of success look like?
Waking up to Life
I remember when Jesus became the center of my life. There was life before Jesus and life after Jesus.
The Longing for Family
One of our deepest desires is to belong and know that, in spite of what we do, we will be loved and accepted.
Becoming a Fool for God
“Do not deceive yourselves. If any one of you thinks he is wise by the
Store of Salvation
In Isaiah, the Lord refers to himself as a store! A rich store filled with everything good, beautiful and necessary for abundant life.