Hearing from God
The other day I was asked, “How do you hear from God through His word? Although I try to read the Bible, it seems dry and old.”
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Tap Into the Source
I can’t do anything disconnected from my Source. Thank you, Jesus, that you are my "Source” of everything I need for today. Amen.
Being in God’s Thoughts
In all our wanderings the watchful glance of the Eternal Watcher is always fixed on us, and we never roam beyond the Shepherd’s eye.
You Taught Us How to Love
“We have spoken freely to you, …our heart is wide open. You are not restricted by us, but you are restricted in your own affections.” 2 Corinthians 6:11
Completely Different
Jesus said "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these" Luke 18:16
The Delights of Your Heart
What gives you pleasure in life? Does it come from the world or from Jesus?
Strengthening Your Roots
“Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, ...” Colossians 2:7
Are You Choosing Chaos?
There are places and times when we feel we need extra wisdom, insight, guidance and strength. We long for understanding in situations that seem confusing. We need revelation when truth is being hidden or…
Dedicated Disciplining
Heavenly Father, I desire to serve and honor you with my life. Grant me the heart of a dedicated disciple when encountering other believers who are in need of guidance. It is in Jesus'…
What God Already Gave – JOY
Our God is a God of joy, and He made us in His image. We want our lives to be full of joy, like His. The truth is: this God of joy gives joy…
The Thrill of Obedience
Obeying God's will in our lives should not be a burden but a thrilling adventure that we walk through with Him each day.
Count it All Joy
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you will know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance.
No Time to Pray?
Question: Have you prayed yet today? If not, could you spend some time with God now?
The Sun Shines
Do you find yourself withholding love or rewards from people because you don’t like them?
May You Find Jesus to Be
May You Find Jesus to Be, The music that causes your heart to sing; The joy that causes your heart to rejoice; The glory that causes your heart to worship;
Filling More Than Cavities
Dear friend, God has planted you in a unique place where only you can have an impact. Start today by praying for those around you.
The Careful Gardener
“I gave you this work: to go and produce fruit, fruit that will last.” John 15:16 A good gardener will do what it takes to help a vine bear fruit.
Becoming Wonder Woman
hen I surrendered my idol of the extraordinary, I was able to appreciate God’s hand in the small and the not-so-small moments of my life.
A Song of Love
"There are three things that endure - faith, hope and love - and the greatest of these is love.” 1 Corinthians 13:13
Praying the Character of Your Father
Praying the Character of Your Father. From the 23rd Psalm
Jesus Loved Martha
Question: Is your heart distracted, worried, or upset today? If so, take solace in the fact that God loves you, and try to turn those feelings into something great,
God Wants to Hear our Prayers
"...but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God." Philippians 4:6-7
What Is Alive In You?
She was elderly and very sweet. I was intrigued with the way she never asked, “How are you?” No, she would look you in the eye and ask, “So, what’s alive in you today?”
When Life is a Perplexing Journey
I don’t know if the perplexing part of my journey was God changing me, preparing me, testing me, or the enemy assaulting me, or if it was all of those