Five Important Truths I Keep Forgetting
I keep forgetting the important truths of Scripture—truths that should be ready in my hand like a sword in the midst of a raging battle.
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Lift Up Your Soul
Lift Up Your Soul: Dearest Lord, I pray that I may surrender a little more each day to Your use, and trust more and more in Your mercy and love — that I can…
When Peace Eludes You
Father God, today I ask You to forgive me for the places in my heart where I have allowed Your peace to be pushed aside by my own self issues.
Maturity Hurts
Ultimately trials are a gift — so much so, that we are encouraged to consider them “pure joy”!
Be an Encourager
Sometimes you need more than words, you need someone with skin on. Someone who will listen to you, stand by you, pray for you, believe in you.
Hitting Rock Bottom
People “hit rock bottom” when they reach the lowest point of their lives and realize they have nothing else to lose. For some, it’s the only place they can clearly see themselves
Right Us Again
You shouldn't struggle on your own because, like a sheep, most likely it will be beyond your capability to get right again no matter how hard you try. Press the call button and seek…
Peace Like No Other
Be blessed today with the peace of Christ. Be blessed today with His peace that is beyond understanding.
When Fear Disappears
Thought: Write down an area of your life where you wish you had more boldness. Pray for fresh empowerment by the Holy Spirit so you may walk in confidence.
When We Dare to Let God be For Us
When We Dare to Let God be For Us: Dare to let God be for you all He has said He will be. Faith that rests will watch God work. Every time.
The Rock Pile
In the space of a few short months, it felt as if rocks were crushing me one after another. I
When the Sparkle Goes
Scripture reminds us that it is also possible to lose our “first love” for the Lord. In fact, it is more than possible—it’s inevitable—unless one is careful to keep looking to God and His…
Warning Signs
“But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, "You are my God." Psalm 31:14 Keep on praying for your loved one to return to God.
Artificial or Real Fruit
God created us to be living, breathing persons designed to have the life of Christ squeezed out of us so those around would be drawn by the tantalizing aroma of our presence.
God Is Present with You Now
Thank you, Father, that when you say “never will I forsake you,” you mean never. You are with me now.
The Unfailing Love
Think about the love that never fails. Stay thankful for God’s faithfulness.
Prayer Journey
Father, we know You want to have a close, growing relationship with us. Lord, we also want to know You more. Deep within our souls we want to know You. Amen.
God is GOOD
God will never run out of goodness. Everything He made (and makes) is good. Father, thank You for being totally good, that there is no shadow of evil in You! Your goodness is everywhere.…
Take Him at His Word
Faith is definitely required to take God at His Word and it begins the moment we exercise faith to receive Salvation and is integral in living out our new life in Christ.
Freedom from Shame
When God touches your life and begins a good work in you, He is committed to you. He promises to carry on the good work in your heart until it is completed. God can…
Pieced Together
“Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted” (John 6:12).With Christ as my mold, the pieces of my life have been transformed into something new.
Under Authority
Heavenly Father, Thank You that submission to You is a safe, beautiful and even powerful place. I submit my life to You today. May I live my life in such a way that I…
Moving Beyond Good Intentions
“Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs.” Proverbs 10:12 When I was twelve, I had a horrendous fight with both of my brothers. I was shocked at the anger and hate…