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In Step with God
There will be hard times, but God gives Christians everything necessary for following Him. And His grace will always prove more than sufficient
The Unfailing Love
Think about the love that never fails. Stay thankful for God’s faithfulness.
Strength for the Task at Hand
“Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the…
Prayer Journey
Father, we know You want to have a close, growing relationship with us. Lord, we also want to know You more. Deep within our souls we want to know You. Amen.
From Rocks to Pure Gold
God is like the mining master and we are His precious gold, but before we can become pure, we too have to be forged by fire, separated from our natural impurities and then molded…
Under His Wings
Being under His wings means being close to His heart—you are not only sheltered, you are loved; you are not only secure, you are cared for; you are not only covered, you are reassured.
Take Him at His Word
Faith is definitely required to take God at His Word and it begins the moment we exercise faith to receive Salvation and is integral in living out our new life in Christ.
Pieced Together
“Gather the pieces that are left over. Let nothing be wasted” (John 6:12).With Christ as my mold, the pieces of my life have been transformed into something new.
Under Authority
Heavenly Father, Thank You that submission to You is a safe, beautiful and even powerful place. I submit my life to You today. May I live my life in such a way that I…
The Blessings of Inadequacy
Inadequacy challenges our faith. Paul says, "Our adequacy is from God" (v. 5)"Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think of anything as being from ourselves, but our sufficiency is from God."
Recognizing the Truth
Set us free from delusion, doubt and sin so that, by Your Holy Spirit, we can live and move in Your will for our lives again. Amen.
Moving Beyond Good Intentions
“Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs.” Proverbs 10:12 When I was twelve, I had a horrendous fight with both of my brothers. I was shocked at the anger and hate…
Being Smart or Being Wise
When we are being wise, we rely on someone or something other than our own storehouse of knowledge to inform us, knowing our own limitations. That takes humility but also discernment.
Proclaim How Much Jesus Has Done for You
Go — by God’s power — and live differently among the people who know you. God wants to use your story, no matter how much pain it involves.
Believe and Be Saved
It may be that you are unsaved. What is the reason? Do you think Jesus’ singular path of salvation is unclear?
Who’s Right vs. What’s Right
It is easy to get caught up in who's right instead of what's right. God will give us opportunities to choose what's right versus who's right, as He continues to mold us to be…
More than Faithful
Our God will come through for us. His ways are not as predictable as the sun rising and setting. But His faithfulness is.
We All Need Somebody
We all need someone. We all need an outlet. We were never meant to be an island isolated from everyone else. It was never God’s plan for man to be alone. It is so…
Practical Ways to Bear Burdens
Here are six practical ways to bear someone else's burden. There are hurting people everywhere, but at times, we just don't know what to say or do to ease their pain.
Crockpots and Microwaves
In today’s microwave world, we often expect Christian growth to happen similarly, but spiritual formation just doesn’t happen on demand.
The Light of God’s Face
God lifts you up and holds you, everything you love, everybody you love, and your future. He is holding you near in his arms of love. He has invested gifts of love in you…
Make Friends with Whatever’s Next
As Paul wrote, “These little troubles are getting us ready for an eternal glory that will make all our troubles seem like nothing.”