He Desires to Save Us
Sometimes God really surprises us with the people he decides to save. Saul of Tarsus comes to mind.
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Break Down the Wall
That verse looks great to me. I want God to make my paths straight. I want God to show me the way to turn, what to pursue, or what to walk away from. So…
Fill’er Up
Solutions outside of Christ can only provide temporary relief to the deeper longings within me. Ask God to fill you with the Spirit each day.
Embrace Your Weakness
Lord, thank you that your power is made perfect in my weakness. Thank you for the grace to persevere in my current reality. Help me to gladly accept all the grace that you want…
Wisdom of God
When I consider the six billion people in the world - each having wisdom about life in their world - I realize how little wisdom each of us as individuals possess. Compared to God…
The Joy of the Lord is My Christmas
We sometimes say Christmas is a Holy Day, but personally I forget that too often amidst the tinsel, TV, toys and boys. I forget that genuine joy comes from celebrating Emmanuel
The Power of Forgiveness
Are you someone who has suffered emotionally, and perhaps physically at the hands of others? Have emotions such as anger, resentment, hate, hostility, bitterness and revenge entered your heart and mind?
Christmas Abundance
I will never forget my first Christmas as a follower of Christ. I was thousands of miles from home, grieving my mother’s passing, battling my addictions, flat broke, and almost out of hope.
Refined by Fire
God is always at work in our lives. Even during seasons of adversity, He wants to accomplish something powerful and good. How should this knowledge affect our response?
Holy Reunion
It had been eight months since I had attended church. No problem, I thought, I pray, watch podcasts, and study God’s Word by myself. It’s all good, right?
Be Calm. Be Strong. Be Thankful!
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:15
The Guarantee of Our Future
Jesus tells us to believe he’s going to prepare a place for us, and he will come back again to take us to be with him (John 14:1-4). When Jesus made this promise a…
What We Do Know?
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28
Acquaint Yourself with Him
Questions: What aspects of the Trinity, God’s triune nature, do you find most comforting? Most confusing?
Spiritual Cataracts
When we clearly see Jesus, He performs the radical surgery necessary for us to see the world as He sees it.
Praise God for All He has Done
Has God delivered you from trouble? Have you passed safely through rivers, supported by the divine presence? Have you walked through proverbial fires unharmed?
Our Complex Negotiations with God
We’re constantly in complex negotiations with God: -- “God, what if you’re not on the other side of this leap?” -- “Are you sure you’re strong enough to catch me?”
Getting Polished – Why Me Lord?
Father, thank You for the hardships You lead us through. You use them to make us more compassionate, more loving and kind. More tender.
Standing on One Leg
Recently friends of mine said goodbye to their baby girl....they have found that even though the foe was too strong, God was their support.
Trees and Children
Lord, you know how much I want to protect my children from all harm and evil. You understand how my heart breaks when they make poor choices. Teach me how and when to intervene
Time of Many Tears
Friend, God knows all about your trials. He will comfort you if you'll go to Him in prayer.
Be Careful of What You Neglect
If your life is chaotic and your spirit is dry… if panic is becoming more often present in your heart and mind than peace… check what you are neglecting.