Thoughts By Women

2023-09-30

Welcoming Strangers

"Was our friend an angel as described in the book of Hebrews? He didn’t look particularly angelic, but his presence brought blessing that we recall to this very day."

2023-09-28

God Our Shield

I have been thinking about God being our shield. The word “shield” also means to protect, guard, defend, shelter, and screen. God protects us from harm’s way, guards us from danger, defends us against accusations, shelters us when we are weak, and screens everything that comes our way.

2023-09-27

The Real God in the Midst of Real Pain

God did not rescue Jesus from the temptations of the Evil One. He gave Him power to resist. What do you do when you lose your dreams?

2023-09-26

Humility Toward Each Other

What do you do when you hear that someone was hurt by something you did?

2023-09-25

A Sobering Sacrifice

What does obedience mean to you? Are there any areas in your life which may require a greater obedience?

2023-09-24

You Want To Quit?

Quit giving up on yourself before you get started. You are already victorious! Quit counting yourself out. You are stronger than you think!

2023-09-23

Heart’s Desire

“Lord, You have heard the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their heart, You will make Your ear attentive.” Psalm 10:17

2023-09-22

Top 10 Ways Not to Hear From God

1. Take no time for margins in your life. Fill your life with so much activity that there is no room to "Be still, cease striving, and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10). When we live in the tyranny of the urgent, we can be so busy that two-way conversation with God is not a priority. 2. Don't admit that you have any needs.

2023-09-21

Let Your Light Shine

Think for a moment about the people you influence. The ones you meet at your local coffee shop, the grocery store, clothing store and online, as well as your neighbors, coworkers, church and family. When Jesus Christ controls your life, “You shine like stars…as you hold out the word of life” (Philippians 2:15).

2023-09-20

Full

What fills up your being? How do you define faith? What do you most want to be full of and why? The book of Acts gives us a compelling description of Stephen.

2023-09-19

A Place of Blessing

Wouldn’t you love to be like the tree that is firmly planted by the rivers of water and is fruitful and prospers? Isn’t this the life we want to live in the Lord? This is the life He has promised to those who walk in close relationship with Him.

2023-09-18

Scripture Smorgasbord

I have a tendency to love God’s Word, like I love potluck dinners! Let me explain . . .

2023-09-16

Lost Dreams

Have you ever had a dream die? Something you wanted to accomplish in life but “life” got in the way? it is God’s great pleasure to give us new dreams and fresh hopes. Jeremiah 29:11 says “I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to give you hope and a future.”

2023-09-15

Compassion-ate

If you are feeling a bit lost today, seek the Compass-ion of God. Let Him direct your path. He won't steer you wrong.

2023-09-14

Within Reach

Is God calling you to be a comfort to someone? Don’t shoo the thought away when their name enters your head. Pray for them. Then call them,

2023-09-13

Hard Life Journey

Friend, God can use your pain-filled past to share the heavenly message of hope in Christ. Tell others how God loves you and by His grace gave you eternal comfort and a wonderful hope.

2023-09-12

In Wisdom You Made Them All

How my heart soars with joy and delight when He opens my eyes to the variety of created things He gives us.

2023-09-11

Looking for a Bumper Crop?

Thought: Does your spiritual growth feel slow or stymied lately? Ask God how you can bear more fruit for Him.

2023-09-10

Just a Carton of Cream

Father, it is so easy to rationalize a wrong deed or attitude. Yet you desire truth and honesty. Thank you for your Holy Spirit who convicts us of sin. Help us to obedient. Amen.