What’s on Your Mind?
Guarding our thoughts, being sober-minded, and meditating on eternal truth will produce a transformation the Bible calls the “renewing of the mind.” (Romans 12:2)
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Seeing Like Jesus
Even Christians with dedicated “world vision” grow weary of the world’s needs. We quickly turn the magazine pages so as not to gaze too long on the sad face of yet another child with…
The Fruit of Our Lips
God calls us to openly acknowledge Jesus as our Lord and Messiah. The apostles rejoiced because their disgrace came from being aligned with Jesus.
So Much More
The truth of the gospel is this: there is more to life than what we are facing, suffering or rejoicing in right now.
What is Best?
Discerning what is BEST leads to fruitful living that pleases God. The instruction is specific.
God is Our Comfort
Isaiah 66:13 “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you…” In our culture comfort is revered. We are made to feel that we’re entitled to the good life of health, success,…
My Weakness, God’s Strength
But when chemo made me helpless as a newborn kitten, I finally realized control was an illusion. I humbly learned that I had no power of my own. I had zero strength and learned…
Love: Answer to Hostility
Is there someone in your life that is hurting you but who needs your love and your blessing? How will you begin returning good for evil?
The Debt We Always Owe
Recently, the Lord enabled me to get out from under a debt that would have taken years to pay off. As soon as it was paid, I logged into my account to look at…
Nothing On My Own
The Spirit shows us God’s goodness, his glory, and his power. The Spirit reminds us of Jesus’ obedience, his sacrifice, and his love. By revealing God’s character and reminding us of God’s commands, the…
Cling to the Lord
Are you clinging to the Lord? When you are clinging to Him, you will go where He is going and fit into His way. It is an act of the will.
Hope in the Wait
We may not know what’s coming next, but God does. Our waiting and our future is in His hands.His safe, strong, and more than capable hands.
God Restores Us
Have you ever been in a situation where you feel like life will never be the same again? Your emotions or circumstances are in disarray?
I Choose to Give Thanks
But where was the joy in my life? Defeat and depression clung to me. Jesus exuded a joyful confidence no matter what happened in his life. He lived each day in joyful obedience to…
Jesus Is Risen. He Is Risen Indeed
This Easter be blessed to know and appreciate the many ways Jesus is present for you, even if you think He is just the gardener.
How to Recognize the Counterfeit
It’s hard to know what is true anymore! Father, please help me to take hold of what is true in a world that has so much that is false and counterfeit, and to know…
Touched by the Risen Lord
Walking where Jesus walked, was for me a wonderful preparation for the Easter season.
Jesus is Alive in My Life
We go through the motions of celebrating that Jesus rose from the dead on the third day. But what difference does it really make to our lives today?
The Battle is the Lord’s
O that we would not be fainthearted when God has provided Himself as our El Gibbor, the mighty God; the Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle; El Shaddai, almighty God; the…
Jesus is Always There
God is good. He does not abandon us. He is always there. He cares about us and His work. Have you had a surprise problem lately? Don’t fret, listen to Him whisper promises in…
Like a Child
Children are delightfully teachable. May I be like that, joyfully anticipating the next big thing God wants to show me!
Faithful Friend
Instead of wondering if you will ever have friends or find faithful ones, make God your best friend. Spend more time in the Word and in prayer, drawing closer to him because he has…
The Love that Will Not Let You Go
If His love was anything less than tenacious and loyal, He would have tired of you and me long ago.