Thoughts By Women

2020-04-23

Heart Proofs

Open the eyes of my heart, Lord, so I may know you and hear what you have to say to me. I desire to do what you have called me to do in your strength so that your will would be accomplished in my life. Amen.

2020-04-21

The Doormat

Jesus offers more than a temporary cleansing of our body. His promises to clean us on the inside.

2020-04-18

Barely Thriving

Thank you Lord for not abandoning us, but mercifully nurturing us as we learn to grow in Your spirit. Amen.

2020-04-16

The Other Side of Confession

It is so easy to see our own flaws and shortcomings. But when God sees us He doesn’t only see what we’ve done, He sees who we are. There are two sides to confession. Agree with God about what you have done and repent, but don’t miss the other side. Agree with God about who you are: loved and wanted and precious and worth dying for.

2020-04-14

Wisdom for Deep Waters

Father God, I ask you to give me wisdom through the Holy Spirit and help me to apply it to my daily life. Help me float in your grace and not drown in the deep waters washing over my life. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

2020-04-08

Jesus the Nazarene

Have you experienced family situations such as are described above? What is your immediate reaction when friends or family do not appreciate your experiences? How might your reactions change if you remembered that Jesus, too, experienced such misunderstanding?

2020-04-07

Wisdom and Revelation

Heavenly Father, Thank you that Your Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Truth. Quiet my heart to hear Your Spirit.

2020-04-05

True Love Acts

Put love into action, trusting God's Spirit for the ability to do so.

2020-04-03

Abounding in Hope

Christians never have to feel hopeless — no matter what is happening in their lives or on the news. The Holy Spirit has made sure the Bible will help us abound in hope through the power of the Gospel (or good news) about Jesus.

2020-04-02

Shield of Trust Prayer

God is inviting you to lean into Him when you don't understand and trust Him. The following shield of trust prayer guides you how to pray holding up your shield of trust, regardless of what is going on around you.

2020-03-30

Compassionate Heart

“Jesus saw the huge crowd as he stepped from the boat, and he had compassion on them and healed their sick.” Matthew 14:14

2020-03-29

Prayer Changes You

How many times have you asked God to change someone or something around you? Maybe it’s your husband’s bad habits. Or a parent’s abuse. How about a co-worker’s verbal attacks? Perhaps a teacher’s hard heart? Or a global crisis?

2020-03-28

It’s Us He Wants

David knew what is still true today. God doesn’t want our money or the ritual of our religion. He wants us.

2020-03-27

Which Path Should We Take?

Lord, you are completely trustworthy and dependable. Help me to faithfully trust you.

2020-03-26

Christians and the Corona Virus

We are called to live sacrificially so others can heal, prosper, and find peace with God.

2020-03-24

The Treasure of His Presence

Our Lord desperately wants you to present whatever is on your mind to Him so He can become more present in your life. Like a gift tucked way under the Christmas tree, what He wishes to give you may at first seem out of view, but if you seek it, you will find, right there, with your name written on it…just for you so you know He cares.

2020-03-22

God Will Take Care of You!

“The LORD himself watches over you! The LORD stands beside you as your protective shade” Psalm 121:5

2020-03-21

Beginning Again

As we grow toward spiritual maturity, as we are being transformed through the renewing of our minds and obedience to the whispers of the Holy Spirit, may we always have the fresh attitude of beginning. Again.

2020-03-19

You Are Mine

God promises – “I have redeemed you. I have summoned you by name; you are mine.”

2020-03-17

Armed and Ready

Learning to put on the armour of God can change the way you begin your

2020-03-14

Impossible Instructions

Lord. Please help me keep my eyes on you and my ears tuned to your “Be still.” Exodus 14:13 “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.”

2020-03-13

Beauty out of Brokenness

Jesus, patiently, with His unfailing love, tells us, “I have come for people to have life and have it until it overflows” (John 10:10). Sometimes when we choose not to believe Him, ...

2020-03-11

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 Word rather than to embrace the ceaseless changes that swirl around us.

2020-03-10

Why Parables?

Father God, help me to understand your written parables. Give me the grace, through your Holy Spirit, to be a doer of your Word.

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