2019-11-26
A New Name
The saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me” could not be any more false. Actually, verbal abuse cuts to the core and wounds the spirit like piercing arrows.
Read more..The saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me” could not be any more false. Actually, verbal abuse cuts to the core and wounds the spirit like piercing arrows.
Read more..While our prayers may not be answered in the way we want, God will respond to our cries. Instead of despairing that things are not turning out as we hoped, let’s keep our eyes open for the ways he begins to lift the weight from pressing on our lives and brings relief, stone by stone.
Read more..Question: Have you been tricked or deceived in the past, How can we guard against being deceived?
Read more..Thought: Write down an area of your life where you wish you had more boldness. Pray for fresh empowerment by the Holy Spirit so you may walk in confidence.
Read more..You shouldn't struggle on your own because, like a sheep, most likely it will be beyond your capability to get right again no matter how hard you try. Press the call button and seek out the Shepherd. He will have compassion and help you get on your feet again, or carry you until you’re strong enough to do so.
Read more..We need a shepherd. We need a shepherd to care for us and to guide us. And we have one. ONE who knows us by name.
Read more..Prayer. As you have shown me time and time again, dear Father, I know that being with you restores me in a place within my heart that no one else can reach.
Read more..God's pattern is: spirit, soul, body - in that order. Yet most of us live our lives in the opposite, leading from our bodily appetites and soul satisfactions.
Read more..People “hit rock bottom” when they reach the lowest point of their lives and realize they have nothing else to lose. For some, it’s the only place they can clearly see themselves and their situation and understand how much they need God’s love and mercy to pull out of the rocky pit.
Read more..Each of us has times of weeping when our hearts and hopes seem crushed. Because God has placed in our hearts "highways to Zion," however, we pass through valleys; we do not live in them.
Read more..Under grace, we now can obey in the Spirit's power. Even if we make the wrong choice, we have the Holy Spirit nudging us to get it right.
Read more..I'm stronger than I feel because God is stronger than I could ever be. And I don't have to figure it all out because He already has it figured out. Down to the very last detail.
Read more..Jesus’ Touch Transformed. His approach was personal. Although He had the power to simply speak a word or command illness to leave, He often chose a more hands-on approach.
Read more..As I recently prayed about an important decision I needed to make, I remembered there was a time when I didn’t. As a young Christian I didn’t even know that I should.
Read more..“If you love me, you will keep my commandments” (John 14:15).
Read more..God gives us gifts and talents to use for His glory. But the biggest influence we might have for the kingdom of God is seeking Him with all of our hearts and serving the people who surround us.
Read more..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."
Read more..All farmers know that when the harvest is ripe, time is of the essence. Our time on this stage is short, no matter our ages, and the harvest is ready. It won’t last forever.
Read more..We are truly fortunate to have a Father that disciplines and instructs us. It is our job to be teachable and make sure we are paying attention.
Read more..Thank you, Lord God, for having mercy on me and saving me. May your Holy Spirit make me bold in telling everyone what you have done for me. Amen.
Read more..“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
Read more..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 since you tried your best to do what’s right?
Read more..For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it.” Mark 8:34-35
Read more..Father, you know the pain and the heartaches we have experienced in our relationships. You know the deep wounds that still bleed need mending.
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