Tag: comfort

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2020-07-14

Outlandish Faith

When everyone else was trembling in fear, Caleb and Joshua were ready to march ahead. Who does that? Why would they believe when everyone else did not?

2020-07-09

A Daily Battle

This is war! We face a daily battle and it is not just with sin and temptation. We have a real foe whose desire for us is our destruction.

2020-07-08

He Walks with Me

I am so thankful for this relationship I have with the Lord. For years He has cultivated a close walk with me that transcends everything else in this world.

2020-07-07

Strength for the Lonely

Loneliness is a painful emotion that many people fear. Paul knew what it felt like, so his life and letters can offer us encouragement when we’re lonely.

2020-07-06

Intimate Christ

Live a life of love just as Christ loved us.” Ephesians 5:2 Long to be more loving? Begin by accepting your place as a dearly loved child. “You are God’s children whom He loves, so try to be like Him. Live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself for us.” (Ephesians 5:1-2)

2020-07-05

Strength to the Weary

“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” Isaiah 40:29

2020-07-04

For the Benefit of the Body

Never underestimate your talent and how God can use it. He gave it to you uniquely — for a reason.

2020-07-02

Choose What’s Good

Heavenly Father, help me daily to remember to step back from the distractions of this life. I want to spend time listening at your feet, like Mary, so I can make my relationship with you my top priority. In the name of Jesus, amen.

2020-07-01

As Yourself

Lord Jesus, you know I am not good at loving my neighbor even in the best of times. Thank you for showing me that I can do so powerfully by lifting each one up to your Throne of Grace. May I be faithful in doing this each day. Now, and after this pandemic subsides. Thank you. Amen.

2020-06-30

I Got Drunk

It is interesting that God’s Word contrasts “drunk with wine” and “filled with God’s Spirit.” The issue is control.

2020-06-29

Why Does God Allow Storms in Our Life?

No one likes turbulent times, but until we reach heaven, they will be a part of our life. No matter what the apparent source is, God ultimately directs every situation, because His sovereignty rules over all.

2020-06-27

Let God Change the Way You Think

Romans 12:2 says, “Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think.” You are God’s child, His creation. You’ll get through this — you’re a part of His family.

2020-06-27

You are the Beloved

Hear and receive God’s Word in John 17:23 (NLT). “I in them and you in

2020-06-26

Ambient Stress

The words caught my attention. Ambient Stress. Stress that swirls around with no place to go for conclusion. Uncertainty with no certainty in sight.

2020-06-26

The Flip Side of Worry

The next time you feel worry creeping into your mind, chase it away by: 1) Remembering God’s promises. 2) Turning our worries into meditation on His word and prayer.

2020-06-24

Prayer as Service

What went through your mind when you first realized the pandemic was a legitimate concern? Was it fear? Anxiety? Courage? Strength? Perhaps you even wanted to help out.

2020-06-24

God, We’re Desperate for You

“Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.” Psalms 4:1 (NASB) Lord, we’re desperate for you. We’re bunched up in confusion, moving by impulse and fear,

2020-06-23

The Fear of Being Without

I am kind of freaked out right now. Not supremely, but a bit. It's the empty shelves. Having never lived outside the United States and having always had enough ... this is weird and a trifle scary for me.

2020-06-23

Prayer for Courage

Father, I so long to be bold and courageous as You have called me. I understand that You have not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind...

2020-06-22

Let’s Start a New Epidemic

If we were all to put ourselves in the shoes of those working extra shifts, missing their loved one’s last moments, or dealing with domestic abuse because of stay at home orders, what would be the response?

2020-06-17

Don’t Go It Alone

Even if we cannot attend church, we can still call each other, text each other, email each other, or Skype or Facetime with each other. Frequently check on your friends, families, and the elderly.

2020-06-17

Confidence in the Lord

Clearly the confidence the Psalmist expressed was confidence in God. He did not say, "I have grace enough to perfect that which concerneth me. My faith is so steady that it will not stagger." No, his dependence was on the Lord alone.

2020-06-15

Growing in Grace – You Choose

Stress experts tell us that the little stresses, which are short term and temporary, need to be managed and put behind us. If we let them become front and center in our minds they will accumulate and leave us unable to handle the larger stresses of life that come to us all from time to time.

2020-06-13

Psalm 91 Blessing

Your life is lived in great spiritual warfare, but you are sheltered in the safe refuge of the Almighty. Be at home in the hiding place of Most High. Rest under His wings

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