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Eyes Opened
Lord, lift me like the wings of eagles Lord, lift me out of the darkness in this world and fill me with your light, fill me with all of you, in Jesus name, Amen.
God is Mighty to Save
What is your condition today? Unloved? Rejected? Feeling worthless? Does it seem like everything you touch turns to tears?
Hold On a Little While Longer
Just wanted to take a moment to encourage your hearts today. Many of you have been praying. Keep praying. Don't stop now.
The Cure for Jealousy
What’s the cure for jealousy? Trust. The cause of jealousy? Distrust!
Let Gentleness Go Before You
We live in a society that is filled with hurting people, many of whom go unnoticed on a regular basis. Have you stopped to take notice of the people around you?
Walking as He Walked
If we had His walk how would we be living? If we had His generosity how would we be giving? If we had His ears how would we be listening? If we had His…
A Two-Pronged Question
The first question is a primary one: “Who do you say that He is?” The second question is one we grow into: “Who does Jesus say I am?”
Letter of Introduction
If you were introducing yourself to a non-Christian what would you want your letter of introduction to say about you?
What If. . .?
We are all prone to ask the complicated “what if” questions. But shouldn't we be dwelling on what we already know
Dry Towels and Thirsty Souls
“Blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such…
Contentment in October
Where I live October is a transition month. By October summer is all put away. The lawnmower sits idle in the shed, and deck chairs lean against the back of the house. Annual flowers…
Forever the Same
My understanding of Jesus has changed since I was sixteen but I know He is still the Creator Spirit of God that moved across the water in the beginning. I believe He will still…
Growing in Winter
Thank you for the times of blooming but also for the colder days when I may not see results
We Plan – God Directs
"'For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,’ declares the LORD” Isaiah 55:8
God’s Peace
My prayer for you: "Heavenly Father we love you. You heard our voice; you heard our cry for mercy. Because you turned your ear to us, we will call on you as long as…
A Beautiful Circle
What a beautiful circle. As I choose to guard what lives in my heart, the Lord will respond and guard my heart and mind with His peace!
Peace Has Been Provided
I’m not sure who came up with the concept that following Christ would be a cake walk. It’s false ideology. We have been hoodwinked! In our referenced scripture Jesus plainly speaks of the challenges…
Keep Yourself in God’s Love
There will be times when I won't understand God’s ways, but that doesn't mean the Bible isn’t true. These times only reveal my limited understanding of God’s ways.
Lord Of All
Our Lord never intended that we be His casual acquaintances. He wants us to be His disciples, fully dedicated to following and lifting up His Holy name
Giving Thanks
What will you thank God for this Thanksgiving? This week, all across America, families and groups will join to celebrate Thanksgiving. It is my most favorite holiday.
The Power of Thanksgiving
Thankfulness is so much more than “having an attitude of gratitude”! It is a protection from darkness. It is a discipline. It's actually a weapon in our spiritual warfare arsenal.
Let Thanksgiving be the Habit of your Life
Why is thanksgiving so important? It acknowledges God in the situation. When things go wrong the last thing we want to do is give thanks. But it’s the most beneficial. Thanksgiving prepares the way…