When Things are Tough
Gracious Father, every good thing I have in my life has come because of you. The family I have been blessed with, the protection I have received, the values that I hold, the successes…
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Words in Silence
“O LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before You and wait in expectation. Psalm 5
His Masterpiece
You are one-of-a-kind. There has never been and never will be another person on this planet exactly like you. You are unique, special and inimitable!
God’s Masterpiece
You matter to God! Ephesians 2:10, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”
Walking Away and Coming Home Again
What causes a person to close the door on their relationship with the Lord? Lose faith? What makes some Christians - walk away?
Patience Toward My Enemies
Have you ever been bullied? When we experience hardship, we might ask, “What is God teaching me here, and how may I, like him, be patient and merciful even toward my enemies?”
It’s in the Response
Jesus was at Peter’s house when Peter’s mother got a fever. Jesus healed her and
Set Free From Guilt
“Time to pay for your sins.” But we hear something else! “You’re free to go. They took Jesus instead of you!” The door swings open, the guard barks, “Get out.”
Not Forgotten
Redeemer God, you know the despair I feel at times. Help me to believe that you’ve already made a way for me, and that you are going before me, even if I cannot see…
Blessing of the Fruit of the Spirit
The fruit of the spirit is not an emotional response. It is God in you. Be blessed to keep in step with His Spirit and draw on who He is.
God is Jealous
Your Lord is jealous of your love. Did He choose you? Then He cannot bear that you would choose another.
Feelings of Inferiority
The misery of inferiority is never what God intends for His children. Its seed usually takes root in the impressionable hearts of the young and thrives in an atmosphere of comparison.
Bruised Reeds and Smoldering Wicks
Are you a bruised reed? Were you bruised by harsh words, a friend’s anger, a spouse’s betrayal, religion’s rigidity, or your own failure.
Stop Being Uneasy about Your Life
God doesn’t condemn legitimate concern for responsibilities but rather the continuous mind-set that dismisses God’s presence.
Walking in the Image of the Prince of Peace
As you guard your heart, God sends His peace to guard your heart and your mind as well. What a partnership!
God Knows Our Needs
A change of heart toward ongoing suffering is a huge challenge. On our own, it’s impossible, but the Lord promises to strengthen us through Christ.
Journey of Surrender
Lord, teach me to TRUST You, to EMBRACE all that you have for me, SURRENDER to Your perfect Way and FOLLOW where you lead. Amen.
Every Reason to be Content
“Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content.” Philippians 4:11
Abundant, Supernatural Life
My friend Randy had given up on the Christian life. He said, "I have tried, but failed so many times; nothing seems to work. God doesn't hear my prayers, and I am tired of…
God’s Protection
Can you look back over your life and see instances of God’s protection? Did God keep you from a bad relationship? Or protect you from the wrong job?
Remember Whose You Are
I don't know your story and you don't know mine, but we share a common theme. We are driven by the search for true identity,
Hit and Run
God wants us to face our problem situations and work them out. With His personal presence in our lives, and His wonderful promises of help and encouragement, we will begin to see His hand…
Serve As Jesus Did
Thought - Think of a practical way that you can serve someone you know and make a plan to do it today. Next, ask God to provide you with an opportunity to serve a…