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.
Read more..John Piper says, "God is most glorified in us, when we are most satisfied in Him." Will you find your well of satisfaction, your fountain of life, in Him?
Read more..We must prepare for the hard times to come and be willing to let God take back what he generously lent to us. Our only way of putting God first is through prayer, and God will grant us the ability to love him more than anything else in this life, making the tough times bearable.
Read more..“I am suffering ... Yet I am not ashamed, because I know whom I have believed, and am convinced that he is able to guard what I have entrusted to him for that day” 2 Timothy 1:12
Read more..Sometimes God gives us enough difficulties to help us appreciate the joys of life. He gives us the hard times so that we may enjoy the good ones. Times of trouble are times for spiritual growth.
Read more..Restlessness is not always a bad thing. The sense that there is something better somewhere, that the grass is greener elsewhere, is part of the eternal call of God on our hearts.
Read more..Do you claim God's promises so that you can live a supernatural life? "Jesus Christ, the Son of God--isn't one to say 'yes' when he means 'no'. He always does exactly what He says. He carries out and fulfills all of God's promises," 2 Corinthians 1:19
Read more..A lot of information seems true but is actually false. We must be able to distinguish between the two. It would be unwise to accept everything we hear on the internet, radio, or television.
Read more..When we are being wise, we rely on someone or something other than our own storehouse of knowledge to inform us, knowing our own limitations. That takes humility but also discernment.
Read more..“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 Thought: While many of us are richly blessed spiritually and physically, many of God's people face hardship and difficulty.
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