Trust - As He has been to us, so He wants us to be toward others, even those who may appear hostile and alienated from us. We must be willing to let ourselves be wounded, even repeatedly if necessary, in pursuit of healing relationships. We must prove, not just in word but in deed that our love is real.
Read more..Distortion is subtle. It’s much the same with our hearts. Jagged edges pop up of resentment, anger, negativity, self-pity and any number of little things we rationalize away.
Read more..One of my most dreaded childhood experiences was when my teacher would ask me a question. Although I often knew the answer, the question paralyzed me
Read more..Three lessons I have learned from dandelions. Be bright and cheerful all day long. Be tenacious. Live above the circumstances.
Read more..Jesus never asks us to be foolish, but he does demand total commitment. Sometimes dedication to him appears foolish to onlookers
Read more..Do you have a Bible? Read it! , “For the Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”
Read more..The words caught me off guard. “Oh Lord, we have come here today to be changed by you… please change us.”
Read more..I finally believed my freedom of choice left me free not to sin. I did not have to sin; I could choose not to sin. I am free from sin, not free from temptation
Read more..Father, you are holy, perfect in every way. “Who else among the gods is like You, O Lord? Who is glorious in holiness like You---so awesome in splendor, performing such wonders.” Exodus 15:11
Read more..I was alone. It was night and I was in a hospital ward after a four-hour back surgery. Even though I was on pain killers and heavily sedated from the anesthetic, I couldn’t sleep. I felt afraid.
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