O Righteous Father and Holy God, forgive me for being selfish with the funds you have so richly shared with me. I want to give my heart and my life to you fully, not holding back anything from your will, and I ask you to help me know how to best use the blessings you have entrusted to me. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
Read more..Sanctified, blameless. Those words have always seemed unreachable to me. I believe in and depend on the finished work of Jesus for the salvation of my soul. His grace covers me, of that I’m certain. But blameless?
Read more.."If you have lost the joy of the Lord in your life," someone once observed, "who moved, you or God? For in His presence is fullness of joy."
Read more..Thank-you gracious and mighty God for your 'protecting' cover by day and the 'directing' fire by night. And also for your 'providing' loving arms that carry us all the time. In Jesus name, amen. Psalm 105:39
Read more..Guilt sucks the life out of our souls. Grace restores it. No one had more reason to feel the burden of guilt than did the apostle Paul.
Read more..Our confidence is not in our ability but in God’s ability. “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. Galatians 2:20
Read more..Jesus said to seek peace in Him because He has overcome this troublesome world (John 16:33)). Let’s shift our focus from our vexing problem to God and ask for His peace to surround us today.
Read more..Does God guarantee the absence of struggle? Not in this life.
Read more..I wonder if I will ever be satisfied with God rather than constantly longing for what God offers. Sanctuary in the Wilderness
Read more..Will you join me in thanking God for the "care-givers" in our churches who continually find ways to reach out to their flock and will not let the Word be silenced? Lord, I am grateful for our amazing shepherds who have found such unique ways of caring for and feeding your flock.
Read more..How would you describe your crisis? Do you recite your woes more naturally than you do heaven’s strength?
Read more..Freedom of Forgiveness | by Katherine Kehler The church is full of sinners. Some sins are well known and others are hidden, but God knows the hearts of each one of us, Have You Forgiven Yourself | by Katherine Kehler God Forgave our Sins, Past, Present and Future | by Katherine Kehler
Read more..To preserve the quality of your love, you must forgive those who have caused you to stumble. Depending on the issue itself, it may be that you legitimately cannot trust them, but you do not have a reason to stop loving.
Read more..We're often discontent even when all is going well. Consequently, we wonder how it's possible to be truly content during our most difficult trials, especially when there's no end in sight. So what is genuine contentment?
Read more..Every Christian understands that knowing God is the highest and best form of knowledge. This spiritual knowledge is a source of strength to us in our faith.
Read more..This is war! We face a daily battle and it is not just with sin and temptation. We have a real foe whose desire for us is our destruction.
Read more..Loneliness is a painful emotion that many people fear. Paul knew what it felt like, so his life and letters can offer us encouragement when we’re lonely.
Read more..Live a life of love just as Christ loved us.” Ephesians 5:2 Long to be more loving? Begin by accepting your place as a dearly loved child. “You are God’s children whom He loves, so try to be like Him. Live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself for us.” (Ephesians 5:1-2)
Read more..“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Isaiah 40:29
Read more..Something for Everyone by John Grant. Discovering our gifts from God and then using them to our utmost.
Read more..Lord Jesus, you know I am not good at loving my neighbor even in the best of times. Thank you for showing me that I can do so powerfully by lifting each one up to your Throne of Grace. May I be faithful in doing this each day. Now, and after this pandemic subsides. Thank you. Amen.
Read more..It is interesting that God’s Word contrasts “drunk with wine” and “filled with God’s Spirit.” The issue is control.
Read more..No one likes turbulent times, but until we reach heaven, they will be a part of our life. No matter what the apparent source is, God ultimately directs every situation, because His sovereignty rules over all.
Read more..Pent up anger is an explosion waiting to happen. Sooner or later, the pent up frustration will explode, either in our own life or into the life of someone else.
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