Suppressing the Holy Spirit
I realized I had been okaying sin to enter into my life instead of putting it all aside. “And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the…
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I realized I had been okaying sin to enter into my life instead of putting it all aside. “And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the…
In the face of sin and separation from God, grace is a refreshing stream that restores salvation. But the joy of salvation is found only when we realize and accept the forgiveness, grace, and…
Many Christians struggle with waiting. So why might the Lord have us delay? One reason is to protect us.
Knowing that God's unlimited resources make possible the mighty inner strengthening in my life, I shall focus my attention upon Him through reading His inspired Word and obeying His commands.
Dear one, delight in the Lord. He will give you the desires of your heart.
Sometimes we can feel parked in our faith and not moving forward in trusting God. “COME unto me all you who are weary and heavy burdened and I will give you rest…for your…
Holy God, Thank you for knowing me and going with me through all my days. Please make your presence known to me this day as I seek to honor you in what I do…
Some days are just plain tough! Those we care about are hurting. Our plans are falling through. Our prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling and fall at our feet.
What a difference I experienced when I stopped allowing the worry to consume me by choosing to let it go. I gave this burden to the Lord, and He lifted it from my shoulders.…
It was time for my annual self-evaluation. The past year was busier than usual, but busyness does not always translate into more successes.
Does God Know What You’re Going Through? In order to get through what you’re going through, focus on who God is — his unchanging nature. Regardless of circumstances and how you feel, hang on…
Take a 15-minute break and walk and talk with God about the neediness you are feeling today. Release others from filling that for you and ask God to meet the needs of your heart…
You see, it is only in Christ that you can find real peace which flows like a river, the best rest for your aching soul.
“David, wearing a linen ephod, danced before the Lord with all his might, while he and the entire house of Israel brought up the ark of the Lord with shouts and the sound of…
Lord, you know how easily I can lose hope during trials. Help me trust in and through you so that I regain the hope I need to persevere.
How about you? Will you give up the simple ways to embrace the deeper, richer foolishness of God?
Lord, help me not give in to fear when speaking about you. Give me confidence in the Spirit’s ability to give me the right words to say at the right time. Amen.
We've all struggled with life’s adversities to some extent. In John 14:27 Jesus says “Peace I leave with you; my peace [shalom] I give you. Heavenly Father, protect my heart from trouble and help…
Abba Father, I will never fully understand how you could love me so much that you would allow your son to die for me as my sacrifice.
Question: What will your hands be busy with today? Do you feel grateful for the tasks at hand? Is there joy in doing what’s on your list today?
Do you ever get angry or frustrated because God isn’t giving you what you want? Are you mad because He isn’t giving you what you think you need?
Your existence is not accidental. Your skills are not incidental. God shaped each person in turn!