The Fear of Being Without
I am kind of freaked out right now. Not supremely, but a bit. It's the empty shelves. Having never lived outside the United States and having always had enough ... this is weird and…
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Prayer for Courage
Father, I so long to be bold and courageous as You have called me. I understand that You have not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind...
Let’s Start a New Epidemic
If we were all to put ourselves in the shoes of those working extra shifts, missing their loved one’s last moments, or dealing with domestic abuse because of stay at home orders, what would be…
Trusting Through the Drought
His strength will steady us, His comfort will touch us, His peace will wash over us, His presence will encase us, His wisdom will guide us, And His love will surround us.
Make the Most of It
There’s Someone greater than us that we can look up to during tough times like these. With what's happened so far and with what’s happening now, let us put our hope in God
Don’t Go It Alone
Even if we cannot attend church, we can still call each other, text each other, email each other, or Skype or Facetime with each other. Frequently check on your friends, families, and the elderly.
Confidence in the Lord
Clearly the confidence the Psalmist expressed was confidence in God. He did not say, "I have grace enough to perfect that which concerneth me. My faith is so steady that it will not stagger."…
Growing in Grace – You Choose
Stress experts tell us that the little stresses, which are short term and temporary, need to be managed and put behind us. If we let them become front and center in our minds they…
What Pulls Your Strings?
Who’s in control of your life? Who’s pulling your strings? For the majority of us, it’s other people – society, colleagues, friends, family or our religious community.
Psalm 91 Blessing
Your life is lived in great spiritual warfare, but you are sheltered in the safe refuge of the Almighty. Be at home in the hiding place of Most High. Rest under His wings
The Storms of Life
Will our trust in the Lord increase as we watch Him use our suffering to make us more Christlike, or will we become bitter and resentful toward Him? In other words, will we rage…
Rest in God’s Love
Is there a place of certainty where we can find rest? “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT)
Peace in the Face of Uncertainty
Everything is being cancelled. The NBA games. The NHL games. March Madness. Broadway plays. Flights. Cruises. Cancellations, everywhere! But can I tell you the one thing that has not and WILL not be cancelled?
How to Love the Unlovable
"How can I really love that person?" I encourage you to make a list of those whom you don't like and begin to love them by faith. "By this all men will know you…
God Provides for His Own
Thank you, Lord Jesus that you do indeed provide for all our needs as you promised. Give us the grace to trust you and not to worry or fret. We love you, our great…
Dwell Deep
Dwell deep under those layers of discouragement, grief, failure, disappointment, hurt, or heartache. “Do not be in a hurry to leave the king’s presence.”
The Least of These
Jesus tells us to care for the marginalized rather than the rich, beautiful, and influential.
Light of the World
Prayer, O Holy God, please strengthen me so that with undaunted courage and with the compassion of Jesus I might display your light to the lost world around me. In the name of Jesus,…
God is Waiting On You
Whatever it is that’s troubling you, you’ll get through this. Don’t quit, don’t hide.
God is Able
Prayer: Father God, You alone know how shaky I feel on the inside. I ask You today to strengthen my faith. Help me to focus on You, my God who is able.
Emulating Jesus
Has the recent health crisis changed your perception of what is important on this side of eternity? We now live in a world where social distancing and potential self-isolation define our new normal.
5 Verses for When You Need Strength
When we rely only on our own strength and what we have to give, we quickly become worn out and discouraged. But when we turn to God for His strength and replenishment, we are…
Absolute Dependence
As you depend on Him He supplies your needs by sending down the Holy Spirit. Jesus wants you to be dependent as you serve Him. Day by day, hour by hour, in everything you…