The Pursuer
God pursued us even before we began to pursue Him, and that He knows us even more than we know ourselves.
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To Love Others
We are not the source of love: God is. We are not the great example of love: God is. God's love is expansive and open to all.
Ripened By the Sunshine of His Smiles
Many Christians remain stunted and immature in spiritual things, staying the same year after year. If we are going to ripen in grace, we must live near to Jesus -in His presence- ripened by…
Love Notes for You
God has written a letter to you. The Bible isn’t just a storybook about God, the people of Israel, and a man named Jesus. It is a love letter from God to you. When…
Words, Words, Words
Look for the reasons to praise your children. Do it often. Every day! Use words that encourage. Things like, “I love you sweetheart.” Or, “I couldn’t be more proud of you.”
The Great Divide
Often, the divide is long and wide between who Jesus really is and who we want Him to be.
Academics or Intimacy?
I think many of us approach prayer as if God is our great Santa Claus in the sky and we’re disillusioned when He doesn’t come through for us.
Mouthing the Words
If you see someone in need, reach out in love. Find ways to ease their pain, hold their hand, or just listen without judgment.
Christ in Me
“Examine yourselves to see if your faith is really genuine.” 2 Corinthians 13:5 What a difference it would make if we could take time every morning to focus on the thought. Christ is in…
Win the Argument Yet Lose
There are times when one thinks they’ve won an argument but still wind up the loser in the end. The loss comes from not watching the tongue.
Words of Blessing
here is so much power in our tongue. We can shape and build lives with words that strengthen and give life.
In Everything You Do
The "Golden Rule" is so straightforward, isn't it? Sometimes we make things, especially religious things, far too complicated and complex.
It’s got a Hole in it!
I grew up wanting to be perfect. I’ve no one else to blame for this
Reflect Jesus
Jesus came so that the last could be first, the sick could be healed, the sinners could be saved, and the lost could be found.
God Demonstrates His Love
Although there are people who don’t enjoy being with us, we know that God actually enjoys our company. “Therefore the Lord longs to be gracious to you, And therefore He waits on high to…
A Life of Authenticity
Are you willing to be the same on the outside as in the inside? Are you looking for a new beginning?
Who Am I? What Am I Here For?
Where are you in this faith journey? Has life dealt you some cruel blows? Do you feel excluded from the in-crowd?
A Clean Plate
Thank You, Jesus, that You clean my plate. Thank You that by Your life we may have a new covenant and that we can start fresh every day,
God is a Loving God
Are you having difficulty trusting God because of an unfortunate early relationship with your father or mother? If so, I encourage you to do what Roger did.
We Love Because He First Loved Us
When I say, "I love You Jesus," it is because at some point, long before I knew Him, before I could discern His voice or recognize His influence in my life, His love was…
Walk in Love
Just as a small child imperfectly mimics a parent’s actions, disciples of Jesus copy Him. In these verses in Ephesians, lies a key way to imitate God: walk in love.
The Lord will Keep You
Thoughts on today's verse. Our lives are not lived alone. The Lord is with us personally.
Why God is Smiling at You
God is pleased with us based on what Christ did for us; never because of what we do for God.
Hunger and Thirst
Do you hunger and thirst after righteousness, for the fullness and power of the Holy Spirit in your life? If so, you can claim that fullness and power right now by faith.