To preserve the quality of your love, you must forgive those who have caused you to stumble. Depending on the issue itself, it may be that you legitimately cannot trust them, but you do not have a reason to stop loving.
Read more..We're often discontent even when all is going well. Consequently, we wonder how it's possible to be truly content during our most difficult trials, especially when there's no end in sight. So what is genuine contentment?
Read more..During all the chaos of social distancing and isolation, I hope you have drawn closer to God and realized that the things that matter in life are not the material ones. We all need each other, and we need Him.
Read more..Loneliness is a painful emotion that many people fear. Paul knew what it felt like, so his life and letters can offer us encouragement when we’re lonely.
Read more..Live a life of love just as Christ loved us.” Ephesians 5:2 Long to be more loving? Begin by accepting your place as a dearly loved child. “You are God’s children whom He loves, so try to be like Him. Live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself for us.” (Ephesians 5:1-2)
Read more..Lord Jesus, you know I am not good at loving my neighbor even in the best of times. Thank you for showing me that I can do so powerfully by lifting each one up to your Throne of Grace. May I be faithful in doing this each day. Now, and after this pandemic subsides. Thank you. Amen.
Read more..Hear and receive God’s Word in John 17:23 (NLT). “I in them and you in
Read more..The next time you feel worry creeping into your mind, chase it away by: 1) Remembering God’s promises. 2) Turning our worries into meditation on His word and prayer.
Read more..When I hear troubling news, I cannot believe how quickly my heart fills with fear,
Read more..“Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Be gracious to me and hear my prayer.” Psalms 4:1 (NASB) Lord, we’re desperate for you. We’re bunched up in confusion, moving by impulse and fear,
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