May 28, 2025
God’s Promise
“Ma’am your son has been arrested for shoplifting.” My whole world came to a standstill. The pain was excruciating, the shame unbearable, the isolation overwhelming.
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May 27, 2025
Facing the Lions
Thank You, God, that You grow me in my capacity and strength to face the challenges of every day. I bring my lions to You right now.
Read more..May 23, 2025
Just Being Nice
Our Father in heaven wants us to be images of his Son — because there is no limit to the kindness Jesus has shown each of us. How then can we put an arbitrary limit on kindness when it comes to others?
Read more..May 22, 2025
Our Safety Net
LATELY, I’VE BEEN THINKING MORE ABOUT THE SECURITY OF MY FAMILY. During uncertain times, my need for extra security rises.
Read more..May 21, 2025
Am I Significant?
“Mommy, is I big?” asks my almost three-year-old son Jack. “Am I someone special, someone significant?”
Read more..May 13, 2025
A Loving Habit
We have all been around that one person who verbally attacks us with their words or berates us for no reason. Perhaps you work with someone like that or even live with someone like that.
Read more..May 6, 2025
Handling Difficult Circumstances
Focusing on Christ is neither a natural reaction nor an easy one. Our instinct is to dwell on the situation at hand, searching for solutions or stewing over the pain and difficulty. As a result, troubles look scary and overwhelm us with a sense of defeat.
Read more..April 24, 2025
Words that Echo
Many years ago, an old man advised me to cast my bread on the water,
Read more..April 21, 2025
The Shirt Off His Back
"And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.” 1 John 3:16 Today, someone offered me the shirt off his back.
Read more..April 18, 2025
Don’t Forget
Are you still in love with Jesus? Before you remember anything, remember him. If you forget anything, don't forget him.
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