Never Alone
Never alone! What a promise. God will go with him, and us, through all the seasons of life, through all our ups and downs,
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Hope Restored Along the Way
“He restores my soul.” (Psalm 23) Our Shepherd majors in restoring hope to the soul. Whether you are a lamb lost on a craggy ledge or a city slicker alone in a deep jungle,…
The Secret of Contentment
The hardships of life can easily drag us down if we don’t keep our focus on the Lord.When you feel unsatisfied, remember all you have in Christ and respond according to these truths rather…
Patience and Trust
"Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see." Hebrews 11:1 Today's technology lets us connect with anyone at any time. We have to make an…
Meet Your Fears with Faith
Meet Your Fears with Faith “...and teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:20
What You Can Rely On
There is a spiritual parallel in Proverbs 3:4-5 that assures us we can lean on, trust in and be confident in the Lord, casting aside our own inadequate insight or understanding. If we do,…
You’re Still Mine
Sometimes I wake up and wonder if God’s still there. It’s been a while since I talked with him. I get busy with so many things.
God of Love
How sweet it is to witness the Savior intimately connecting with His own beloved people! There can be nothing more delightful than being led into this fertile field of delight by the Holy Spirit.
Wonderful Friendship
Thought: When I look for a faithful friend, my first thought will be of Christ Himself, who truly qualifies as my very best friend.
Turning Toward the Son
We must regularly and intentionally turn to the Son. Bask in his love, drink of his love, accept his love. Feed regularly on the nutrients from his Word, the Bible.
Exceedingly Abundantly
‘By His mighty power at work within us, He is able to accomplish infinitely more than We would ever dare to ask or hope.” Ephesians 3:20
Trust in the Lord Forever
When we see mountains we feel small, knowing not only how much larger they are than we are, but also how much longer they have been here than we have been.
His Presence and Help
Thought|: Life crashes in and we wish we could be children again and have someone to take care of us and protect us. Into our confused and chaotic world, God's promise comes to us…
The Power of the Cross
Righteous Father, I know the cross was a brutal symbol of being cursed. Yet to me it is as precious as it is brutal and it is as beautiful as it was hideous. Through…
He Took My Place
Isaiah 53:5 "He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are healed." Christ’s death doesn’t mean that…
On the Bottom Looking Up
When you hit bottom as David did, there is a way back. Focusing on the Lord can lead you out of discouragement and into His presence.
Let Your Gentleness Be Evident to All
The Greek word translated here as “gentleness” describes a temperament that’s seasoned and mature. It envisions an attitude fitting to the occasion, levelheaded and tempered. This gentleness is “evident to all.”
I Give You My Heart, Father
The Lord never gave up on me and in my weakest moment of my life, I really found Him.
He Restores My Soul
When we are exhausted, depleted, and on the edge of burn out, we need to have our souls restored! But who can restore our souls? Only the One who will lead us beside still…
You Just Never Know
You just never know where you fit into the progression of God’s plan for another person. Paul demonstrates this in our passage today.
Meditation for Spiritual Growth
"I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways." Psalm 119:15 There are times when solitude is better than community, and silence is wiser than speech. We will be better Christians if we take…