The Fruit of Our Lips
God calls us to openly acknowledge Jesus as our Lord and Messiah. The apostles rejoiced because their disgrace came from being aligned with Jesus.
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God calls us to openly acknowledge Jesus as our Lord and Messiah. The apostles rejoiced because their disgrace came from being aligned with Jesus.
The truth of the gospel is this: there is more to life than what we are facing, suffering or rejoicing in right now.
“God has planted eternity in the hearts of men.” Ecclesiastes 3:10, TLB You will never be completely happy on earth, simply because you were not made for earth.
Discerning what is BEST leads to fruitful living that pleases God. The instruction is specific.
But when chemo made me helpless as a newborn kitten, I finally realized control was an illusion. I humbly learned that I had no power of my own. I had zero strength and learned…
The Spirit shows us God’s goodness, his glory, and his power. The Spirit reminds us of Jesus’ obedience, his sacrifice, and his love. By revealing God’s character and reminding us of God’s commands, the…
In some sense the path to heaven is safe. But in other respects there is no road as dangerous; it is overrun with difficulties. One false step (and how easy it is to step…
Are you clinging to the Lord? When you are clinging to Him, you will go where He is going and fit into His way. It is an act of the will.
We may not know what’s coming next, but God does. Our waiting and our future is in His hands.His safe, strong, and more than capable hands.
Never alone! What a promise. God will go with him, and us, through all the seasons of life, through all our ups and downs,
“He restores my soul.” (Psalm 23) Our Shepherd majors in restoring hope to the soul. Whether you are a lamb lost on a craggy ledge or a city slicker alone in a deep jungle,…
This Easter be blessed to know and appreciate the many ways Jesus is present for you, even if you think He is just the gardener.
Walking where Jesus walked, was for me a wonderful preparation for the Easter season.
Meet Your Fears with Faith “...and teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:20
God is good. He does not abandon us. He is always there. He cares about us and His work. Have you had a surprise problem lately? Don’t fret, listen to Him whisper promises in…
There is a spiritual parallel in Proverbs 3:4-5 that assures us we can lean on, trust in and be confident in the Lord, casting aside our own inadequate insight or understanding. If we do,…
Sometimes I wake up and wonder if God’s still there. It’s been a while since I talked with him. I get busy with so many things.
How sweet it is to witness the Savior intimately connecting with His own beloved people! There can be nothing more delightful than being led into this fertile field of delight by the Holy Spirit.
Thought: When I look for a faithful friend, my first thought will be of Christ Himself, who truly qualifies as my very best friend.
Instead of wondering if you will ever have friends or find faithful ones, make God your best friend. Spend more time in the Word and in prayer, drawing closer to him because he has…
We must regularly and intentionally turn to the Son. Bask in his love, drink of his love, accept his love. Feed regularly on the nutrients from his Word, the Bible.
If His love was anything less than tenacious and loyal, He would have tired of you and me long ago.
When we see mountains we feel small, knowing not only how much larger they are than we are, but also how much longer they have been here than we have been.
Imagine…If you had the chance to sit at the feet of Jesus, To look upon His face and deep into His eyes, And listen to every word He had to say. Doesn't the very…