How to Love the Unlovable
"How can I really love that person?" I encourage you to make a list of those whom you don't like and begin to love them by faith. "By this all men will know you…
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The Least of These
Jesus tells us to care for the marginalized rather than the rich, beautiful, and influential.
God is Able
Prayer: Father God, You alone know how shaky I feel on the inside. I ask You today to strengthen my faith. Help me to focus on You, my God who is able.
Emulating Jesus
Has the recent health crisis changed your perception of what is important on this side of eternity? We now live in a world where social distancing and potential self-isolation define our new normal.
He is My Helper
With the Lord as our helper, mere man can do nothing to us or against us except that which God permits (Acts 4:28). Whatever trials we face, the fact remains that God will be…
I Messed Up
Thunderbolts of regret can ignite and consume you. What makes the difference? Counteract them with downpours of God’s grace, daily washings of forgiveness.
Dealing with Fear
In a world that has many uncertainties the words from Psalm 147 can bring comfort. God is big enough to comfort His child in the midst of all possible fears!
Hanging on By a Thread
"So be content with who you are, and don’t put on airs. God’s strong hand is on you; he’ll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God;
Handling Today’s Challenges
When you stop to Intentionally put into your heart and mind just who your great God is - and all the resources He offers you, you will feel a shift happen in your soul.
When Life Isn’t Fair
“It is not your job to change everyone’s mind. It is your job to obey and do whatever He is calling you to do. Keep yielded to Him and open the door to others,
He Knows Pain
One of my close friends suffers from chronic headaches. She lives with pain. It is something I am, thankfully, rather unfamiliar with. Her suffering, however, has introduced me to the huge realm of those…
Where is God When I Hurt?
The Bible says in Romans 8:28 that “in everything God works for the good of those who love Him.” Do this simple exercise. Remove the word 'everything' and replace it with the symbol of…
Be Assured
In hardships, stay focused, pursue peace and never lose sight of the guaranteed of victory.
Relying on God in Times of Trouble
If we give in to self-reliance and fear, we’ll find ourselves going down wrong paths: We may vacillate and become weaker instead of growing stronger in the storm. Oftentimes, in desperation, we’ll ask other…
Has Flattening the Curve Flattened You?
Today, when you recognize you are simply feeling flat, and the giants loom large, take a break and go to God’s presence. How? One of my favorite ways is to put some praise music…
Calming the Waters
We all go through storms in our lives. Some are fierce and we feel like we are about to sink. We look for places to run and hide and avoid the storms, but they…
Three Things to Believe Today
You cannot know what Jesus has said without knowing the Scriptures. His words are there for you to hear, to believe, to receive, and to obey. His words are true words, good words, living…
You Qualify
Don't waste another minute thinking you somehow don't qualify for God's help because of the messes in your life.
God Surrounds Us
Be careful. Hard hearts never heal. Spongy ones do! Open every pore of your soul to God’s presence. Here’s how. Lay claim to the nearness of God.
In the Face of Adversity
Paul’s strength did not come from self-confidence but from confidence in God’s power. He stood in Jesus’ righteousness.
Building Others Up
The goal in Christian communication is not just clarity. Neither is the goal just to be understood. The goal is not even just to be truthful. The goal is to be appropriate, encouraging, and…
Fear’s Antidote
From a very young age, I’ve always battled fear and anxiety. No doubt there are many reasons for this, but perhaps foremost is because my parents divorced when I was young.
Mercy Not Wrath
Time after time, the scriptural command is to pray for, not against; to pray mercifully, not vindictively. God's call is for prayer moved by compassion, not condemnation.
Barely Thriving
Thank you Lord for not abandoning us, but mercifully nurturing us as we learn to grow in Your spirit. Amen.