How often do we think like St Teresa? Knowing absolutely that everything we are saying and doing comes from God? I know, speaking for myself that it is not easy to praise and feel blessed when things are not going well, especially when I find myself faced with the problems and trials of everyday living.
Read more..Something about the Word refreshes, cleanses, uplifts the heart and soul of each one of us when we spend time in its pages. God made it – and us – that way.
Read more..If we know that Jesus is with us, all our abilities will be developed, every grace strengthened. We must cast ourselves into the Lord’s service with heart, and soul, and strength.
Read more..“We are Christ’s ambassadors.” By definition, ambassadors represent their own country to another government and the very best ambassadors learn the language of the country to which they are assigned.
Read more..The question is am I standing around, staring up at the sky? Or am I actively living out Jesus' command to be witnesses to the ends of the Earth?
Read more..Trust. It can't be half-hearted. Either it is a full trust or it is clouded with suspicion and doubt. Let's ask for God's wisdom and guidance as we make our choices.
Read more..There are numerous things that have moved me to tears. Most recently, it was my cancer diagnosis on March 9th.
Read more..I will continue to abide in Christ and have His Word abide in my heart, so that when needs arise today - whether large or small; physical, material or spiritual - I will choose to place my simple faith in God, knowing that He is willing and able to hear and answer prayer. I will also encourage others to join me in the great adventure of prayer.
Read more..Not one of us has attained perfection, yet we are disappointed when someone we respect disappoints us by their attitude or action. Only Jesus’ earthly life was perfect.
Read more..Question: What distracts you (or tempts you) from the straight path? The only way to keep going along the straight path is for us to “fix our eyes on Jesus.
Read more..I need grace. Selfishness keeps me from faithfully representing Jesus every day. Pride contaminates the service I offer God. Fear submerges the longing to love Jesus most of all. Maybe you can relate. Hebrews 4:16 "Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace...
Read more..When in comes to the Christian walk, there are three P's: Prayer, Power, Purpose
Read more..God wants you to rest not "from" the things He has for you but "in" the things He has for you. His rest reigns in the innermost part of your being.
Read more..Even if circumstances make it hard to believe, trust in God's unfailing love. He is not slow in keeping His promise.
Read more..Imitate David. Never give up. One prayer might not be enough. One apology might not do it. One day or month of resolve might not suffice.
Read more..What does a hero look like? Lord, be the King of my life. I need a daily hero that will rescue me from myself, conquer the areas of my life that could benefit me as a result and please you.
Read more..Praise God, and let’s pray today to constantly keep our eyes upon Jesus, with whom no one else even comes close! “To whom, then, will you compare God?” Isaiah 40:18
Read more.."Great are the works of the LORD, studied by all who delight in them. Full of honor and majesty is his work, and his righteousness endures forever. Psalm 111:2-3
Read more..I never tire of talking about or receiving the Father heart of God. We have a crisis of fathering in this country. Very few people have been fathered in their spirit and soul.
Read more..Who will take our hand when we are weak? Who will guide us through the hectic intersections of life? Don’t we all need an Abba who will swing us up into his arms and carry us home?
Read more..Father God is merciful and loving. Cultivate a relationship with Him through prayer. Then keep on talking to Him. He loves hearing from you.
Read more..Why are God’s children at times maligned and falsely accused, shunned, or ignored. Recently God gave me insights that are worth sharing with you.
Read more.."After a choked up confession to my mom, I went out into the winter night, and ended up weeping on the stoop of a darkened office building."
Read more..We must learn to hear the voice of Him who rarely speaks audibly and observe the actions of Him who is otherwise invisible.
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