Why Me, Lord? Why Not You?
Why are God’s children at times maligned and falsely accused, shunned, or ignored. Recently God gave me insights that are worth sharing with you.
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Believing Before Seeing
In our world where scientific, rationalistic thinking is highly prized, it seems preposterous, even unwise, to state with assurance that one’s entire life on earth - and beyond - is based on the unseen.
Distracted by Stillness
“Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10a One morning my heart felt like a lingering storm. Numerous needs “my own and others” were crashing in on me like an unexpected whirlwind.
Light on My Path
When doubt, discouragement, depression or fear drags our spirits to the depths… we need to look at what paths our thoughts have been running down. “Praise the Lord O my soul, all my inmost…
A Hope that Doesn’t Disappoint
Dear God, thank You that You have given us a reason to live. What would it be like to live without hope? And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has…
Never Leave or Forsake You
Father God has promised that He will never leave you or forsake you. He has not abandoned you. His perfect love casts out all fear. Rest in His love. Receive from your heavenly Father…
A Walk of the Heart
Walking with the Lord is a walk that takes place in the heart—a heart to follow Him. My journey with the Lord is a walk to seek Him, and this is a walk of…
Letting God Lead Us
Instead of getting in the front seat to work things out, let God do the work. Trust in his timing. When we try to do things our way, it never pans out quite well,…
One Boot at a Time
What’s your mountain? I suddenly realized I’d been fixating on my mountain instead of fixing my eyes on my God. I assumed I would climb this mountain in one gigantic impossible leap, instead of…
A New Prescription
I take medicine daily, too. I might skip a day without any horrid ramifications, but if I skip two or three days, my health may be endangered. The same with my spiritual life.
Healing Grace
In the Bible I read that God values me not for what I achieve but for who I am in Christ: I am a child of God, (Ephesians 1:5) a citizen of heaven (Ephesians…
Finding Joy in Difficulties?
I have always been a bit uneasy with James 1:2 where Jesus followers are encouraged
Nothing is Too Broken
“The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit. “ Psalm 34:18
Dangerous Path
How many times conflict could have been avoided if I spoke to Jesus first and recalled what He has taught me in His Word.
Bookend Your Day!
Even before your feet hit the floor in the morning you can begin to set your day up for success. By turning your first thoughts of the day toward the Lord.
Your Attitude
Friend, God cares about you, but he also cares how you respond to your circumstances. Do you leave your worries with God in prayer? Or do you constantly chew on the problems you face?
I Can’t Say it Enough
So often we take for granted the love of God. We often feel like there is no hope for us but I say to you today that regardless to where you have been, regardless…
The Power of Choice
Precious Lord, I confess that it is much easier to make excuses for myself than to intentionally grow in faith. Help me face myself honestly,
When You Don’t Know What to Pray
Have you ever been so burdened by a problem that you say "I just don't even know what to pray?"
In God Alone
Surrender yourself completely to God. The peace, life, and hope He gives far exceed anything the world can offer. God, I seek you with all that I am because I know that I can…
Speak the Truth
Read the Word of God daily. Let Scripture be your guide for your thoughts, your mold for your beliefs, and the boundary for your behavior. Store Bible passages in your memory. Then, when you…
The Power of the Tongue
Someone said you have to receive at least five compliments to make up for every criticism.We can build up or we can tear down with our words. Every time we speak we have that…