Going to See the King
Are you looking forward to seeing Jesus? When was the last time you thought about His return? We get so busy with living that we forget
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He Will be My Guide
God, My Guide. As we approach the uncharted territory of another year, with its challenges and opportunities, we will lose our way unless we have Jesus as our guide sitting up front showing us…
Christmas Is For Children
‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of…
In Preparation and Waiting
Christmas devotional. Come, Lord Jesus, come … Help me prepare my heart as a welcoming place that receives You today and every day to come.
A Cheerful Giver
When our hearts and hands are open to giving, they are also open to receiving. When God asks us to give, whatever that may look like, He often has something to give back to…
Where Can We Find God?
Someone posed these questions, “Where can I find God? How can I find Him?” He is already there waiting for me. While my body needed a night’s sleep to rejuvenate, He never slept or…
Anticipate This
Feast your heart and mind on all Jesus is today. Your roots will draw water from a deep place and you will be blessed.
What the Lord Values
Christ never undervalues a kind word spoken, or underestimates a loving deed done in His name.
The Power of Love
The amazing power of Love means that even when I make mistakes, as long as my Love is even greater, I am covered. No wonder Jesus breaks the commandments down to this one action:…
Power in the Calm
Even as I am surrounded in complete darkness with countless chores to be completed on my to do list. He shows me there is always time to be still and know that He is…
Because He Lives
Many decisions face us as we contemplate the future and the condition of our world. Fear based decisions are not God’s way of doing things.
A Fighting Faith
Several years ago, my husband and I went through a difficult season. Sometimes, we need others to stand strong in faith with us.
Knowing Jesus’ Voice
John 10:27 “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” Heavenly Father, thank you for this incredible truth: that I can know your voice. I want to follow you,…
A Message and a Promise
A Message and a Promise. No matter the doubts, the frustrations, the “wish-things-were-different” thinking that takes our affection off things above, in Christ, we can be confident that it will be well with us.
Sitting on the Fence
“I have decided that sitting on the fence is not a God thing,” I told my family. “Chose you this day, whom you will serve” Joshua 24:15
Unexpected Curves
How do you respond when your life takes an unexpected turn? Do you spend your time questioning His goodness or do you surrender to His will for your life?
Overcome the Fear
Since the pandemic, I have wrestled with despair. I want to believe God is with me, but I am tempted to be at the mercy of an unseen virus that could sneak up on…
Only by His Grace
“Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 (NLT) I…
Ask For Wisdom
I want wisdom that will help me navigate through the choices and decisions in my life. Don’t we all? Oh how many times I have faltered be
Dry Bones Praying
You may be standing in a desperate situation in the battle of a lifetime. You may feel that you are in the darkest storm of your life.
A Solitary Place
Father, thank you for sweet times of solitude and prayer that help us prepare for a day of serving others! Help us to bring you all of our worship and concerns, as we head…
What God Thinks about You
What do you think God thinks about you? Psalm 139 depicts God’s intimate, articulate, and unflinching knowledge of the detailed expanse we call our lives.
Steady Me, Lord
Psalm 40:2b “He set my feet upon a rock, steadying my footsteps and establishing my path.” Father, teach me to rest in your unfailing love. I admit I get lost trying to find my…