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Put On a Heart of Compassion
A heart of compassion is achieved not through self-effort but through a God-focused life. As we draw near to Him through His Word and His Son, He transforms our focus, thoughts, and feelings.
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.
Responding to Difficulty
The Lord controls and sets limits on our burdens so they don’t overwhelm us.
All Stressed Up and Nowhere to Go
In today's world it is virtually impossible to avoid stress. Almost everyone is carrying some amount of it, in varying degrees.
Joy of Your Salvation
In the face of sin and separation from God, grace is a refreshing stream that restores salvation. But the joy of salvation is found only when we realize and accept the forgiveness, grace, and…
Willing to Wait for God’s Way
Many Christians struggle with waiting. So why might the Lord have us delay? One reason is to protect us.
Inner Strengthening
Knowing that God's unlimited resources make possible the mighty inner strengthening in my life, I shall focus my attention upon Him through reading His inspired Word and obeying His commands.
The Lord is Faithful
Holy God, Thank you for knowing me and going with me through all my days. Please make your presence known to me this day as I seek to honor you in what I do…
The Gift of Love
Is there someone in your life you’re struggling to love? Someone, it just seems impossible to muster any affection?
The Lord is My Shepherd
The Lord is My Shepherd. There’s a fog upon the landscape. That has dimmed the sun’s bright ray, I don’t know what lies before me Oh, my Shepherd, show the way. There’s a voice…
In Your Faithfulness
Some days are just plain tough! Those we care about are hurting. Our plans are falling through. Our prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling and fall at our feet.
What to Do with Worry
Next time you’re worried about your health or house or finances or flights, take a mental trip up the hill. Take your anxieties to the cross
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.
Does God Know What You’re Going Through?
Does God Know What You’re Going Through? In order to get through what you’re going through, focus on who God is — his unchanging nature. Regardless of circumstances and how you feel, hang on…
Cast Away the Dark Fears
Darkness is more than a symbol, it is a pervasive way of living and viewing the world. Darkness is the place of deception, evil, crime, predators, sin, and death.
The Empowering Emotion of Joy
Being supernatural in nature, divine joy exists independently of our circumstances. Happiness, on the other hand, comes from external causes, is an earthly in character, and increases or decreases as events change.
To Him be the Glory
“To Him be the glory forever! Amen.” Romans 11:36 “To Him be the glory forever!”
Christ’s Love Compels Us
"What am I living for?" While that is an important question, the most important question of all is "Who am I living for?" Only one person can insure that I will never die because…
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.
His Spirit Tells Us
"What is the greatest thing that has ever happened to you since you became a Christian?" The answer invariably has been: "To experience the reality, power, control and fruit of the Holy Spirit."
