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Jesus, You gave the spiritually hungry living Bread. Lord, I need to be fed like that. John 6:48-51
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Don’t Think Too Much
The invitation is simple. It’s time to trust His leading. We need to serve our neighbors without fear.
All Things for Our Good
Thought: Since I love God and am fitting into His plans, I will, by faith, count all things as working together for my good today and will thank God and praise Him in obedience…
He Cannot Disown Us
Have you ever run out of faith? Someone once said, "God's timing is always perfect." Let us not try to improve on that perfection. "Dear Lord, because You are always faithful despite my faithlessness…
I Want to Know Him
“I want to know Christ and the power His resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him” Philippians 3:10. Lately, I have been thinking...
God’s Blessings
We shall receive God's blessing but we must remember that we too have a responsibility. Here are ten directives showing that God's grace upon us is 'His' response to 'our' actions.
Understanding Guilt
Self-condemnation stunts a relationship with Jesus. Instead of enjoying the peace of God, people who are trapped by shame fear His rejection and feel driven to prove their worth.
Less of Me
But the truth is, every day, in every situation, I need more of Him and less of me.
Who Could Use Your Encouragement Today?
Is there someone who could use your encouragement today? Don’t wait until later! Encourage that person right now.
Finished with Sin
A young woman I met with was weighted down with her guilt and sin. In fact, she was so distraught that she would not look me in the eye. All the while I was…
Fragrance of Christ
When people look at me, Will they see You? When people talk to me, Will they hear You? When people come to me And need the strength That You can give, Will I show…
Diet of Self-Help
You see, by yourself, you’re weak. “SELF-help” is insufficient. It’s only when your life is Christ-centered that you find strength
We Can Trust God
When troubles come our way, we can be stressed and upset, or we can trust God. Scripture says to set your minds and keep them set on what is above…the higher things (Colossians 3:2).…
Waiting on God
What do we do when God seems slow? Let's face it. Waiting is hard. The good news is it is not up to us.
God’s Purpose
Prayer: O Sovereign God, help me discern today what my life is intended to fulfill in your plan. Thank you for loving me and promising to walk beside me every step of my life
Called to Follow Him
“I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” John 8:12
The Lifter of my Head
Prayer – Lord, my head hangs low with the burdens I am carrying. Be my shield, show me your glory and lift my head up now. In the mighty name of Jesus I pray.…
Let God See You Naked
Is it possible that we lack David’s bravery because we don’t fully trust God? We may ask: What will He ask me to change? What will it cost me? But there’s nothing to fear.…
His Breath in Our Lungs
"It's your breath in our lungs..."* We frequently sing those words in Sunday worship but they carry far greater impact since my husband's recent illness.
It Takes Practice
Practice - leads to and feeds the practice of stillness. Practice of what?
In Our Weakness
Sometimes our prayers seem to bounce off the ceiling and fall to the floor. Other times, we are overcome with emotion and the words of our prayers can't capture what's in our hearts.
A Grumbly Heart
It was a time in my life when I was not happy with the decisions that were being made around me. I had a grumbly heart!
The Wise Foolishness of Faith
“Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1 What an unbelievable statement!
Love is Not Easily Provoked
When I find myself getting impatient, angry, or irritated at someone or a situation, the Holy Spirit brings this verse to mind.