Holy Exchange Prayer
In every need, Jesus invites us to exchange our insufficiency for His all-sufficiency. He longs for us to substitute our “I don’t have” for “I have all I need in Jesus.”
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Am I Headed in the Direction I Want to Go?
So, this direction you’re on in your life. Will it take you to where you want to be next week and next year?
Waiting on God
What do we do when God seems slow? Let's face it. Waiting is hard. The good news is it is not up to us.
Put Feet to Your Faith!
In what ways is it most important to you to put feet to your faith? How have you been inspired by others putting their belief into action?
Called to Follow Him
“I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” John 8:12
His Breath in Our Lungs
"It's your breath in our lungs..."* We frequently sing those words in Sunday worship but they carry far greater impact since my husband's recent illness.
It Takes Practice
Practice - leads to and feeds the practice of stillness. Practice of what?
The Wise Foolishness of Faith
“Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1 What an unbelievable statement!
Love is Not Easily Provoked
When I find myself getting impatient, angry, or irritated at someone or a situation, the Holy Spirit brings this verse to mind.
Is Your Life a Little Crazy Right Now?
God's divine power is ready to go to work on your behalf. Invite Him into your circumstance today. Name it specifically to Him.
Joy in Hard Times
If you are going through hardship, take heart. You are not alone my sister, my brother. There are faithful people around you that can relate and help you through it. All the while, God…
It Is Time
It is not about how gifted and Anointed you are. It is not about demons and warfare, It is about your obedience, to God!
Cockroach on the Keyboard
A story of a cockroach on a piano keyboard. Some problems we may face are not so easily resolved as a cockroach on a keyboard.
Leading by Example
When Jesus washed the disciples’ feet, he did more than wash off the dust from their busy days. He gave them a picture of what it looks like to participate in God’s kingdom. Christ…
Open My Eyes
Someone once said that whenever we read the Bible, we should read it to get to know God better — not just to store up Biblical knowledge.
To Me and Through Me
Inviting God to give TO you and then THROUGH you will energize you in a way that will surprise you.
Enthusiasm
Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." I find God in the places where I am most enthusiastic.
Offer What You Have and Watch
Lord God, Please help me not to shrink back and keep what I have to myself. Help me to have the courage to place my time, talents or resources in Your hands and watch…
What My Dad did Right
During my teen years, I tended to focus on what I thought my dad did wrong. Now adays I find myself reflecting more and more on what my dad did right,
Dad, I’m Back!
Father, thank you for your loving grace and welcoming arms. Help me turn back to you more quickly each time I stray. In Jesus name, amen.
My Lunch with Dad
My Dad and I always had a satisfactory relationship. He was very b sy with the farm. Dad and I never had the chance to really talk - just the two of us.