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God is Speaking
We read in God’s Word that He wants us to talk to Him, but also that He speaks.
Something New
Each time I dive into studying the scriptures I learn something new about God and/or myself.
Christ, Our Life
For many, Christianity is simply the religion into which they were born. For others, Christ is Savior and more: He is their very life (Colossians 3:4). When Jesus is your life you cannot go…
Complaining in the Wilderness
“Do everything without complaining and arguing, so that no one can criticize you.” Philippians 2:14
Hold my Hand
When the way gets hard, He grips our whole hand in His and leads us up the steep incline.
Contentment
What if God’s only gift to you were his grace to save you? Would you be content?
Loving as God Loves
Our friends need a flood of tears. Our children need to be covered in the oil of our love. But if we haven’t received these things ourselves,
Love Those We Don’t Like
The call to imitate God sounds impossible. Yet, just as a small child imperfectly mimics a parent’s actions, disciples of Jesus copy him. These verses in Ephesians contain a key way to imitate God:…
Ambassadors for Christ
All too often, we can get caught up in doing life — going to school, advancing in our careers, spending time with family and friends, and participating in church events and activities.
Refreshment
Jesus told his friends that if they came away to a quiet place they would be refreshed, and He promises to refresh all those weighed down by the burdens of life.
Thrive and Serve
Are you connected to the Vine and plugged into a body of believers? Ask God to show you one way you can serve someone today.
Freedom Reigns
Freedom reigns when we worship. Worship God when you find yourself burdened with the cares of this world. Worship him when you feel lost and alone. Worship him when you are afraid. Worship him…
How Bright is Your Light?
Think of a part of your life that you have kept dim; maybe it’s the side of you that comes out at your child’s sporting events or when you take a night off with…
Continuous Surrender
If you are like me, the day you were saved is embedded in your mind. You probably remember every detail vividly. Do you remember your expectations of Christianity?
Just a Little Kindness
Do you know the secret to a lasting marriage? Kindness! It is a choice that we all make on a daily basis, but it is like giving water to a thirsty soul, knowing how thirsty we…
There’s Hope for Us Too
There is hope for us. God doesn’t give up on His children, even when they fall short.
God Turns Nobodies into Somebodies
God took this nobody of a girl and turned her into a somebody. And He can do the same for you!
Trusting an Unchanging God
" Because God wanted to show his unchangeable purpose even more clearly to the heirs of the promise, he guaranteed it with an oath," Hebrews 6:17
He Will Cover You
“He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge..”. Psalm 91:4