Stay Near to God
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."…
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To Behold the Face of God
Do you truly desire to see God? Christ's words are windows through which the pure in heart behold the Almighty.
When Facing Life’s Mountains
Wouldn’t it be great if it were easy to do God’s will? But sometimes it seems as if a mountain stands between us and what we’ve been called to do. Read: Zechariah 4:1-9
Greatly Mistaken
When it comes to eternal matters, the consequences for being wrong are severe. We all share the same problem. “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the…
You Are Unique
We shouldn’t waste a precious minute of life doing things that don’t matter if that means the most important thing we can do is left undone.
The Peace of God
What guards your heart? What protects your mind? Did you know that the peace of God can stand guard over our hearts and minds?
The Shepherd’s Voice
Being known by and knowing the Shepherd implies that, not only do they know His voice, but they have an intimate understanding of the way He thinks
Bitter Hearts
When tempted to react angrily to someone else, ask the Holy Spirit to help you exercise self-control and look at that person with compassion.
Alarms in Your Life
A fit of anger. Uncontrolled debt. A guilty conscience. Icy relationships. Alarms in your life. When they go off, how do you respond?
Fighting Our Rescue Swimmer
Many people will never grab hold of God's outstretched hand. No matter how deep the waters become around them, they will refuse to be saved. They may refuse this because of fear, pride, or…
An Open Line to God
"God's power to live a holy life and be a fruitful witness is released by faith, based on His faithfulness and the authority of God's Word."
Confident In God’s Promises
What giants are you facing today? Meditate on the greatness or "bigness" of God. How do your problems compare?
The Rewards of Patience
The Lord has many rewards available to us when we abide patiently in His will.
Meet All Your Needs
Dear Father, please forgive me for trying to find my security and hope in things other than you. I know that there is no other source of hope, freedom, and security than you.
Receiving God’s Love
One of the most poignant scenes of scripture is when Jesus kneels to wash the feet of his disciples. While it may be tempting to rush past this event, to hear the words of…
By Grace Through Faith
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast.”
Declaring War on Ungratefulness and Grumbling
God Has a Problem with Grumblers. Paul warned, "Nor let us . . grumble, as [Israel] did, and were destroyed by the destroyer" (1 Corinthians 10:9-10).
The Reach of God’s Love
God reached down to rescue us. And He will never leave or forsake us but is always present to mold us into Christlikeness.
The Other Side of Me
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for saving me to serve. Create in me a servant’s heart. Help me to step outside the comfort and confines of my church and to reflect and serve You…
Be Strong in Character
When difficulties and temptations enter into my life I will - as an act of the will, by faith in God's faithfulness to His promises - rejoice and be glad, knowing that He is…
Love in You Proves Jesus in You
Becoming portraits of Jesus – involves God-Love cleaning the clutter we’ve hidden in the cupboards and corners of our being.
Trusting the Lord
How much do you trust the Lord? Better yet, how much of yourself have you entrusted to the Lord?