Thoughts By Phil Ware

2021-06-10

He Guides Me

Thank you, dear Father, for slowing down my frantic life and leading me to times of refreshment, rest, and nourishment.

2021-06-04

Perseveres Under Trial

“Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test,

2021-05-28

Be Anxious For Nothing

Most people have so many burdens they simply don't know what to do with more. Our Father in heaven, however, says "Cast all your anxieties on me. You can share all of them with me, because I genuinely care for you."

2021-05-16

Wise in Your Own Eyes

Let's keep this simple. First, we need to admit that with the complexities and perplexities of life, even the smartest of us is not all that brilliant.

2021-05-08

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?

2021-04-29

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.

2021-04-18

Trusting the Lord

How much do you trust the Lord? Better yet, how much of yourself have you entrusted to the Lord?

2021-04-12

In God’s Hands

Who we are, what becomes of us in life, is in God's hands. We cannot purchase or achieve lasting honor for ourselves without his blessing.

2021-03-27

Saved by Grace

It is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast.” Ephesians 2:8-9

2021-03-24

Fear of Man

When we try to please others, when we fear what others may say or do to us, we place ourselves in a position of great vulnerability. Our lives no longer remain our own.

2021-03-20

Fruit of the Spirit

Where the Holy Spirit lives, human character is changed and spiritual fruit can be seen.

2021-03-17

I Am With You

Not only does God's blessing rest on us, his presence goes with us. We cannot ever be in a place where he is not with us.

2021-03-13

Perfect Love

Thoughts on today's verse: What is there to fear if God sent his Son to die to redeem us? What is there to fear if we cannot be separated from the love God has for us in Christ Jesus?

2021-02-27

Joyful in Hope

Choosing joy through hope rather than despair, choosing patient endurance in times of affliction, and choosing faithfulness in prayer are all decisions of the will.

2021-02-20

No Fear in Love

There are many kinds of fear. Some of these are legitimate. Others are imagined. Still others are irrational.

2021-02-12

My Soul Yearns for You

When a young couple in love is apart, they long to be with each other again. When a parent is separated from his or her child, the parent misses the child intensely.

2021-01-31

When I Call to You

I believe three things are important: 1) honesty in our prayer life with God, 2) confidence that God hears and cares even when our prayers sizzle with pain and frustration, and 3) genuine praise for God included in our prayers even when things seem bleak.

2021-01-26

Reveal Your Wisdom

Prayer Holy Father, give me wisdom in the way I use my speech. May it be a blessing to others and a source of praise to you. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen

2021-01-24

Let All Take Refuge

Take Refuge: But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Psalm 5:11

2021-01-20

God’s Deep Love for You

“For God so loved the world that he gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

2021-01-18

God’s Time

If there is anything we don't like to do, it's wait. Maybe that is why God is so interested in us learning to do it!

2020-12-26

God, the One and Only

Jesus is God's greatest message. He not only proclaims and declares God's love, mercy, and grace, he has made it known. Only Jesus can display God to us fully, for he is one with the Father.

2020-12-08

A New Heart

God reminds us to turn away from our own self-seeking ways. He calls us to turn to him with a willingness to obey his will. If we refuse, we must know that we are walking the road that leads to death.

2020-12-07

Waiting Patiently

Thought: I'm not good at waiting. But, my hope in the Lord gives me patience that is beyond my human tendency.

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