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“Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted” (John 6:12).With Christ as my mold, the pieces of my life have been transformed into something new.
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Under Authority
Heavenly Father, Thank You that submission to You is a safe, beautiful and even powerful place. I submit my life to You today. May I live my life in such a way that I…
The Blessings of Inadequacy
Inadequacy challenges our faith. Paul says, "Our adequacy is from God" (v. 5)"Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think of anything as being from ourselves, but our sufficiency is from God."
Moving Beyond Good Intentions
“Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs.” Proverbs 10:12 When I was twelve, I had a horrendous fight with both of my brothers. I was shocked at the anger and hate…
Being Smart or Being Wise
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.
Proclaim How Much Jesus Has Done for You
Go — by God’s power — and live differently among the people who know you. God wants to use your story, no matter how much pain it involves.
Believe and Be Saved
It may be that you are unsaved. What is the reason? Do you think Jesus’ singular path of salvation is unclear?
More than Faithful
Our God will come through for us. His ways are not as predictable as the sun rising and setting. But His faithfulness is.
We All Need Somebody
We all need someone. We all need an outlet. We were never meant to be an island isolated from everyone else. It was never God’s plan for man to be alone. It is so…
Crockpots and Microwaves
In today’s microwave world, we often expect Christian growth to happen similarly, but spiritual formation just doesn’t happen on demand.
The Light of God’s Face
God lifts you up and holds you, everything you love, everybody you love, and your future. He is holding you near in his arms of love. He has invested gifts of love in you…
Make Friends with Whatever’s Next
As Paul wrote, “These little troubles are getting us ready for an eternal glory that will make all our troubles seem like nothing.”
The Moments That Sustain Us
When life falls apart, what do you do? All of us face face hard circumstances—and some of these are very painful situations that last a long time. Unless we have a purposeful focus, joy…
Faith That Stands
Are you facing a stressful situation? "For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith." 1 John 5:4 "For whatever is born of…
Master Gardener Advice
Is your faith withered like flowers on a hot summer day? Advice from our Master Gardener: meditate on God’s word and trust in him.
The Secularization of Spirituality
The Secularization of Spirituality. A “different” gospel is no gospel at all. The Gospel is not like computer software with its continual updates.
The Slow Burn of Insecurity
What do we mean by insecurity? It’s a feeling of inadequacy, often compounded by a sense of complete helplessness, purposelessness, disapproval, or rejection. All of these things can slowly accumulate and weigh us down…
A Good Dad is “There” for His Children
Today is my first Father’s Day without a father. For thirty-one years I had one. I had one of the best. But now he’s gone.
Children and Parents
"Why are we so keen to have families and yet not give them the priorities given in scripture?" There is a danger, where parents are too busy for their children, that it can have…
Tap Into the Source
I can’t do anything disconnected from my Source. Thank you, Jesus, that you are my "Source” of everything I need for today. Amen.
Another Man’s Righteousness
What about you? Are you trusting in your own ability to please God? Is your hope for heaven based on your goodness outweighing your badness? Do you believe God will let you into heaven…
You Taught Us How to Love
“We have spoken freely to you, …our heart is wide open. You are not restricted by us, but you are restricted in your own affections.” 2 Corinthians 6:11
Clouded View
It can happen in a matter of minutes. A beautiful sunshiny day can become overcast, gloomy, and dank. Life imitates nature, doesn't it?