Be Careful What You Pray For
We need to be careful what we pray for. If God’s bottom line is to make us more like Jesus, then we should start praying like it’s ours too. Dear God, make me more…
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Where are You?
Lately, I have allowed the inner little boy to get the better of me, in my talk with God. What a joy to find my way into His presence! He said: "follow me".
Anxiety Ain’t Fun
Philippians 4:6, “Be anxious for nothing.” The presence of anxiety is unavoidable, but the prison of anxiety is optional. Could you use some calm?
His Wonderful Light
“You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”…
Have Patience
“We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves.” Romans 15:1
Three Questions
His grace erases guilt. His oversight removes fear. His direction removes confusion.
Waiting Forwardly
For most of us, waiting is not our problem. Or, maybe I should state, waiting is our problem
Seeking God’s Face
To “seek God’s face” is to meditate upon His sovereignty, His holiness, His power, His wisdom, His love – getting to know Him as He is.
Are You Drifting?
Protecting our relationship with God is possible, but it requires purposeful attention to our spiritual life. It requires more than daily quiet time, church attendance and the like. Here are some suggestions to protect…
God in the Winter
As we begin this wintry month, begin it with God. The cold snows and the piercing winds all remind us that God keeps His covenant day and night.
The New Is Here
A New Creation: The old year is gone and the new has come. It’s a blank slate. Last year is history and this year is a mystery.
Don’t Think About it
This New Year, God calls us to rise above and be transformed with a renewing of our mind and to think about whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure
New Year Resolution
Are you Content? How's life working out for you? Has it been a tough year? Have you struggled? I have. Maybe most of us have.
A Christian Perspective on Life and Living
As you peer into the new year, focus on having being spiritually heart-healthy. To do that, resolve to spend more time in God’s Word and more time in prayer. Design your social life to…
The Dynamics of God’s Word in Your Heart
“I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” Psalm 119:11
From Worry to Anticipation
When we exchange worry for faith, this transaction is an act of worship. We choose to submit to God’s rule and reign in the circumstance. We honor His role our life and express faith…
The Arrival
Those who missed His Majesty’s arrival that night missed it not because of evil acts or malice; no, they missed it because they simply weren’t looking.
I Wonder About Mary
What do you think was going through Mary’s head as delivery day approached? Could she ever have anticipated delivery in a barn?
Following the Star
Question: How do you worship God? The wise men did. Before they gave God their presents, they gave their presence.
Prince of Peace
“His name will be...Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 Heaven opened herself and placed her most precious One in a human womb. The Omnipotent, in one instant, made Himself breakable. He who had been Spirit…
Strength Comes from God
“Let the people renew their strength.” Isaiah 41:1 “They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength.” (Isaiah 40:31, KJV)
Joy in the Midst
How might we find joy amidst this busy season or when pressures abound? Might we learn from Mary who submitted herself to God, aware that He had her best interests at heart?
He Was Reachable
Jesus was touchable, approachable, reachable. And, what’s more, he was ordinary. If he were here today you probably wouldn’t notice him as he walked through a shopping mall.