9 Verses for Fighting Fear
A few weeks ago, fear crept in and wanted control of my days. Maybe you know the feeling—when you realize you’re worried about how-will-I and all the what-ifs for today, tomorrow, and 10 years…
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A River Runs Through Me
Only when we are connected to God, the ultimate source, is our deep thirst satisfied and rich fruitfulness the result.
East from West, God Wants You
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.” Psalm 103:12 (NIV)
Put Your Love to the Test
This scripture reveals to us what it looks like to love God’s way. Tests are essential in life to measure one’s level of growth.
What Do You Want Jesus to Say?
What do you want Jesus to say to you when you meet Him face to face?
Wisdom of God
When I consider the six billion people in the world - each having wisdom about life in their world - I realize how little wisdom each of us as individuals possess. Compared to God…
Stop Talking!
“Be silent before the LORD, all humanity, for He is springing into action from His holy dwelling.” Zechariah 2:13 (NLT)
More than Just a Baby
Sometimes that manger scene seems so irrelevant. I pondered how the Baby Jesus impacts my life. He is…so much more than just a baby!
Gift Exchange
Christmas Devotional about Jesus Exchanging his Life for Ours. Ephesians 3. The true gift exchange is what Christmas is all about.
Jesus is the Reason
“This is what I am looking for… the REAL meaning of Christmas!” Read: Luke 2:1-20 Jesus Christ is the real reason for this season.
Be Thankful in All Circumstances
"When we express thanksgiving and gratitude to God, peace flooded our hearts, and He provided the solution. Always be thankful...especially in crisis. God can turn your tragedy to triumph, discord to harmony, and defeat…
Profound Gratitude
As believers in the living Christ we can flip griping on its head with an attitude of gratitude.
What We Do Know?
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28
It’s All About Jesus
The Gospel message has gotten a little foggy these days with all the attention being paid to politics, family values, and culture wars, and a lot of folks have lost track of the fact…
I am Thanking You Right NOW
Dear GOD: I want to thank You for what you have already done. I am
Focus on God’s Majesty
As long as our eyes are on God’s majesty there is a bounce in our step.
Living Life God’s Way and Enjoying it Too
Above all else make sure that you live each day with praise on your lips.
He Rejoices Over You
Rejoice in the God who rejoices in you when you place your faith in Him. Whether you have been a believer for five seconds or five decades, this promise applies to your life, daily.
Why I Keep a Gratitude Journal
don’t want to miss any of my blessings. So, I will keep on writing in my gratitude journal. I encourage you to begin one to record God’s blessings in your life.
Jesus Never Looked Down on Others
Our objective is to stop seeing others from our limited perspective and to start seeing them in the way God sees them, encouraging the best of others, bringing them to the one who wants…
The Cure for Cynicism
“And always be thankful” Colossians 3:15 If you find yourself being cynical or critical today, begin thanking God for all the blessings in your life. You will be much happier.
A New Song
We talked about the song in our hearts and how busyness and life’s general challenges can tend to drown out the music at times.
Radical Gratitude
God is constantly in your life, providing for daily need, healing you, blessing your life. So do you run toward others or toward God? Friend, prayer is much more than making requests to God.…