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What Faith Sees
“Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:11 (NIV) Faith is trusting what the eye can’t see.
Answers in Times of Calamity
Almighty God reserves the right to reveal some things and conceal others. Although we may not know why natural disasters occur, three biblical truths we do know with absolute certainty allow us to trust…
His Great Love for Us
"But God showed His great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners" Romans 5:8 Do you know God's great love for you?
Don’t Be Afraid, Just Believe
Isaiah 41:13 For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.
Never Giving In
"..., be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord..." Never give in! The testing of your faith is more precious than gold…
Anything Is Possible
“Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that
Growing Pains
The spiritual principle of growth - We obey by stepping into our weakness or our fear, trusting in the fact that because it is something He asks of us, He will meet us somewhere…
As Christ Forgave You
“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you” Ephesians 4:32
Learn to be Content
Steadfast and Faithful Father, still my restless and sometimes covetous heart and help me find my contentment in your presence and character in my life. In the name of Jesus. Amen.
Refuge for the Oppressed
Thought: As I carry my burdens today - large or small - I will recognize that my heavenly Father is carrying me
Walking in Rest
Changing from turmoil to peace, from anxiety to trust, from worry to assurance, from striving to rest, comes by changing kingdoms.
The Highway to Zion
Each of us has times of weeping when our hearts and hopes seem crushed. Because God has placed in our hearts "highways to Zion," however, we pass through valleys; we do not live in…
Trading Worry for Peace
Think about it: What do you gain from worrying about circumstances? What do you lose?
My Struggles are About Him
Rather than begrudge your problem, explore it. Ponder it. And most of all, use it. Use it to the glory of God.
Safe Pastures
God will keep our imagination feeding in the safe pastures depicted in Psalm 23. Jesus, our Good Shepherd, will lead our minds to still waters and quiet resting places.
Come and Drink
“If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink." God describes Himself as “the fountain of living water.” (John 7:37-38). Dear child of mine. Are you thirsty? Come and drink. I delight…
Crying Out
In our Christian journey, moments will arise where we find ourselves desperate for something seemingly out of reach.
Overcoming the World Step by Step
Sometimes life's situations can seem overwhelming, but we can count on God to give us what we need when we need it to work through life and overcome the world one step at a…
“Little Words” That Mean a Lot
Our labor is a labor of love and here are a few “little words” that can help bring understanding to the serving we do…
Removed Our Transgressions
Psalm 103:12 “As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.”
The Key to Blessing
Something about the Word refreshes, cleanses, uplifts the heart and soul of each one of us when we spend time in its pages. God made it – and us – that way.
Jesus is With You Always
If we know that Jesus is with us, all our abilities will be developed, every grace strengthened. We must cast ourselves into the Lord’s service with heart, and soul, and strength.