Obstacle or Opportunity
When we are stuck in any situation we don’t like, our natural reaction is to question. Yet, what if that situation is a divine appointment? Is this situation an obstacle or an opportunity?
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Sheltering Kelly
My home was Kelly's protection from her mom’s verbal abuse, rowdy friends, and alcoholism.
Overcoming Obstacles
It’s tempting to wonder if God will help us when we face hindrances. BUt God has gone before us and is preparing the way. No matter how He chooses to handle a problem, His…
His Grace Is Enough
“..And He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.” STOP trying to do it all. HIS Grace is Enough!
God of Peace
God desires you to be blessed and complete in your spirit, soul, and body. Your human spirit is the innermost part where the Holy Spirit resides. Spirit, be strengthened through the power of the…
His Shelter
How good it is to be as close to God as his shadow and to share in the comfort of his sheltering presence. He is not far if our hearts choose to draw near…
Disciple Through Hospitality
In the Bible, hospitality meant showing love to strangers by opening one’s home to them. Throughout our marriage, my husband and I have practiced hospitality by providing meals to strangers, but rarely have strangers…
Simply Ask
When you and I have access to God’s power, there’s joy. Joy is more than happiness. It’s long-lasting, beyond emotion. It’s an inner peace that is calming and sparkling. Experiencing such inner delight strengthens…
Words that Saved My Life
Words are powerful for good or for destruction. Words can bless or wound deeply.
Look to Jesus
'Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path' Proverbs 3:5&6
Comforting Others in Grief
Lord, help me to put away bitterness born of grief and disappointment, and instead look outward to those who desperately need encouragement
The Heart is What Matters
God, forgive me for judging others’ faith by their outward appearance. Help me see people the way You do. Amen.
Thorned for a Reason
How do you see someone who is being a thorn in your flesh? Is there someone in your life who just rubs you the wrong way?
Grace Received, Grace Given
For if you forgive men when they sin against you, Your heavenly Father will also forgive you.
Don’t Be Afraid
Let God bring you life.. He won’t turn you away, and you will have his love forever. Fear him while you have breath and come to him in repentance.
God Sized Prayers
Our prayers don't have to be limited to what we can think of to ask for. God is far greater and more creative.
More than Conquerors
Are we really conquerors despite "trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword"? Yes! That is the ultimate Christian assurance.
Make An Exchange
God, I am ready. No more holding back, no more storing up treasures that will only hinder my growth and keep me from living the life that You have so graciously died to give…
God, Your Refuge
Make God your refuge. Not your job, your spouse, your reputation, or your retirement account. Make God your refuge! Let Him encircle you. Let Him be the foundation upon which you stand!
God’s Question
God’s first recorded question is one that rings down through the ages: “Where are you?"