Resting, Knowing, Waiting
Waiting can be hard. But dear one, walk by faith, not by sight. Peace is in resting, knowing, and depending upon the LORD and in God’s perfect timing.
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Dependency on God
The Bible teaches that dependency upon God is the right and natural way to live.
The Winding Road of Life
Even when we don’t know where we are going, God’s sovereign direction is taking place in our lives.
Impact Your World
God’s heart toward those who do not know Him is the heart of a shepherd who looks for that one lost lamb. He calls the name of those who are lost and tangled ...
You are There
You are there each time I go to sleep And wander into the deep. You are there to lift me up above the shadows Bringing me into the beautiful meadows Where I find delightful…
Encouraging Word
Give an encouraging word. “Encourage each other” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 How often do we take the time to look in people’s eyes or discern facial expressions or body language or even read between the…
What Is God Saying To Me?
God means what He says. God is serious with us in the matter of complete obedience. W
Not Even a Little Bit
Questions: What is the lie that Satan tells you? What are the lies that you have believed in the past? Which verses combat those lies?
God is our Protection
Some years ago, when I was especially run down in body and spirit, I sensed an encroaching darkness descend upon me. On this particular day, I had gone to bed early ...
How to Live Today
Heavenly Father, May my words, my actions, my attitudes … all to be worthy of representing my Lord. You are the one who fills me with Your wisdom and understanding by Your Spirit.
When You Feel Like a Failure
“I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come . . . shall be able to separate us from the love of…
Finding Stillness
Lord, When my heart and mind are overwhelmed, help me to be still and to remember that you alone created this world; nothing in it is beyond your control!
When You Can’t Pray – Give Thanks
We find it hard to pray; not because we don’t have anything to ask for, but because we're too disheartened to pray.
Let Gentleness Go Before You
Father, help us to be mindful today of our attitudes. Help us to pay close attention to the ones we hurt because we are not paying attention to the little things.
Count Your Blessings
Have you heard of the song - Count Your Blessings, Name Them One by One? This is a devotional about that song.
The Road Ahead
Roads. Some are short with a definite destination. Others are long and winding, with a scenic view. Like me, you might find yourself on a road you didn’t know you were on, but when…
No Holding Back
When we know the love God has for us, we can become connected to Him in such a way that we don’t feel ashamed for Him to know us for who we truly are.…
Identity Crisis
Throughout our Christian lives, we will encounter times when we believe our identities to be in crisis but that never moves the Lord from his place of majestic reign.
Unexpected Turns on Your Pathway
Father God, When life takes an unexpected turn for me I pray that You will remind me to quiet my heart and to fully trust You.
When Everything Else Fails
At the end of his life, John Newton said, “My memory is nearly gone, but I remember two things: that I am a great sinner and that Christ is a great Savior!”
He Calls You by Name
Imagine, He calls each one of us by name! Like a mother calls her precious child. Like a lover whispers the name of his beloved.
It’s ALL about God
Television commercials couldn't be more clear! The message is almost always, "It's all about you!" And for a product that's the greatest sales strategy.