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Not Easy, But Possible
Are you presently going through any pain, suffering, or persecution because of your faith in Jesus? If so, I want to encourage you to not lose hope, give up, or give in.
Do Not Lose Heart
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you that you promised to be with me in times of trouble. Holy Spirit, help me to fix my eyes on Jesus. Help me to discern life’s adversity with an…
Reasons for Trials
"He...comforts and strengthens us in our hardships and trials. And why does He do this?
In God We (Nearly) Trust
A few days before our wedding, Denalyn and I enjoyed and endured a sailing voyage. Initially it was leisurely but then the storm came.
Crushed in Spirit
When sadness and depression settles into one’s mind, heart, and soul, it is not easy to shuck the feelings off, break out of the rut, and move on as some may suggest or think.
God’s Peace in the Storms of Life
It is that time of year that we are faced with winter storms. During these storms the power often goes out in our neighborhood leaving us without power for light and heat.
Joy in Hard Times
If you are going through hardship, take heart. You are not alone my sister, my brother. There are faithful people around you that can relate and help you through it. All the while, God…
The Roar of Sorrow
“…when sorrows like sea billows roll…” That’s how one man described his lot after financial ruin from the 1871 Great Chicago Fire, and then the death of his four daughters in a transatlantic ship…
Unexpected Detours
Our lives sometimes take unexpected detours when we experience a job loss, a forced move, serious illness, or death of family or friends. We have choices: ...
When Burdens Seem Unbearable
Stop and look up to your heavenly Father. Remember a time when God carried you through hard circumstances, and rejoice in His steadfast faithfulness.
The Difficult Road
The Difficult Road: As I tread this difficult road I feel it making me stronger. Deepening my faith. Teaching me dependence. Stripping away the peripheral. Narrowing my focus. Grounding me in truth. Forging a…
Hang in There
God is not slack concerning His promises to you. He has not forgotten about you. The very same words I have used to encourage myself time and time again, I use today to encourage…
Comfort in Times of Uncertainty
I drove home through thick fog tonight. There have been fog patches around our home and in the area these past two weeks. I hardly ever drive through thick mist without thinking about my…
Wisdom for Deep Waters
Father God, I ask you to give me wisdom through the Holy Spirit and help me to apply it to my daily life. Help me float in your grace and not drown in the…
Abounding in Hope
Christians never have to feel hopeless — no matter what is happening in their lives or on the news. The Holy Spirit has made sure the Bible will help us abound in hope through the…