November 13, 2019
The Touch That Transforms
Jesus’ Touch Transformed. His approach was personal. Although He had the power to simply speak a word or command illness to leave, He often chose a more hands-on approach.
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November 12, 2019
Uncomfortable
Comfort is of high value! For some, comfort is the determining factor for decisions. Jesus did not live in that world. Jesus wanted discomfort removed but he had a higher priority — to do the will of his Father.
Read more..November 10, 2019
His Listening Heart
We all have a yearning deep in our soul to be heard and understood, love and valued for who we are. Do you ever secretly wonder if God is the same way?
Read more..November 9, 2019
My Foot is Slipping
“When I said, “My foot is slipping,” your love, O Lord, supported me. When anxiety
Read more..November 8, 2019
Authority in an Age of Autonomy
“If you love me, you will keep my commandments” (John 14:15).
Read more..November 8, 2019
Believe and Love
God gives us gifts and talents to use for His glory. But the biggest influence we might have for the kingdom of God is seeking Him with all of our hearts and serving the people who surround us.
Read more..November 6, 2019
Gloves
It was winter and the buses were on strike. I picked up a student who wanted a ride on this cold day. He was from Africa and this was his first experience with a Canadian winter. As we talked, I noticed he didn’t have gloves.
Read more..November 6, 2019
Unexpected Detours
Our lives sometimes take unexpected detours when we experience a job loss, a forced move, serious illness, or death of family or friends. We have choices: we can grumble, curse, or scream about the unfairness of changing our plans, or we can trust God, pray for wisdom, and accept the new route open to us.
Read more..November 5, 2019
Pruned for Purpose
Dear Father, you promise in your word to prune branches that don’t bear fruit. I ask you to humbly search me and see if there are barren branches. I give you permission to do whatever is necessary that I may bear lasting fruit for your glory. Amen.
Read more..November 4, 2019
Tenderhearted, Forgive One Another
The question is not, Did you get hurt? The question is, Are you going to let the hurt harden you?
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