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Wise in Your Own Eyes
Let's keep this simple. First, we need to admit that with the complexities and perplexities of life, even the smartest of us is not all that brilliant.
Fear God and You Need Fear Nothing Else
“If you fear God you need fear nothing else,” the Bible says. These words were a great comfort to me during a very difficult time when fear threatened to overwhelm me.
Confession Is Good for the Soul
Confession, while necessary, may not always bring the instant relief we desire but God is faithful to forgive and bring His healing.
Stay Near to God
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."…
To Behold the Face of God
Do you truly desire to see God? Christ's words are windows through which the pure in heart behold the Almighty.
When Facing Life’s Mountains
Wouldn’t it be great if it were easy to do God’s will? But sometimes it seems as if a mountain stands between us and what we’ve been called to do. Read: Zechariah 4:1-9
Comfort in the Storm
A few nights ago, I had to comfort our cat, Raven, during a thunderstorm. She’s
The Peace of God
What guards your heart? What protects your mind? Did you know that the peace of God can stand guard over our hearts and minds?
He Is Faithful To Lead Us
He will keep in perfect peace those whose eyes are fixed on Him, because you trust in Him (Isaiah 26:3).
The Blame Game’s Source
Who is responsible for the choices that we make? Is it fair to blame God or someone else when we make wrong decisions, even if we felt pressured or influenced by another?
Having Faith
Pray that God will give you peace in place of worry, filling you with faith instead.
Meet All Your Needs
Dear Father, please forgive me for trying to find my security and hope in things other than you. I know that there is no other source of hope, freedom, and security than you.
Receiving God’s Love
One of the most poignant scenes of scripture is when Jesus kneels to wash the feet of his disciples. While it may be tempting to rush past this event, to hear the words of…
Love Notes and Never Forgetting
I keep a running list of love notes. God’s love notes. Because unless He keeps telling me He loves me, my human heart stops believing it.
Stand in Awe
As spring unfolds across the Northern Hemisphere this month, may we pause to observe the wonder of the newness of life.
The Reach of God’s Love
God reached down to rescue us. And He will never leave or forsake us but is always present to mold us into Christlikeness.
A Blessing to Pass On
Often, we turn to the Psalms when our souls are hungry, thirsty, and needing comfort. They provide words to express what is going on inside of us.
Love in You Proves Jesus in You
Becoming portraits of Jesus – involves God-Love cleaning the clutter we’ve hidden in the cupboards and corners of our being.
A Day’s Portion Every Day
Daily, I must come to Jesus and his Word to find nourishment for the day. I cannot stockpile communion with God. A double serving on Sunday will not feed me through the week. Instead,…
The Lord Goes Before Us
It was the end of a long day. The team of 46 students and chaperones had arrived safely in Costa Rica for a week long mission trip.
The Hidden Place
“Consider your hidden life with God,” Oswald Chambers also said. That hidden life will bear up in the darkest seasons. T
Dare to Come to Me
What a day of rejoicing in Heaven it must be when one of us finally decides to trust our Master enough to crawl up from our situation, reach out to him, then whisper, "I…