Five Reasons Why God Calls His People “Sheep”
Sheep need a shepherd. Sheep need a constant overseer. Other animals can fend for themselves. But not sheep. Sheep need a shepherd whose life work is to care for his sheep.
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Pursuing God
It is easy to postpone quiet times with God. God makes a promise: “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” James 4:8
Help for Prevailing Problems
Does one prevailing problem leech your life? Some are prone to cheat. Others quick to doubt. Maybe you worry. Yes, everyone worries some, but you own the national distributorship of anxiety.
Steadfast in a Fearful World
God never defaults on His promises. He never walks away. He never gets it wrong. God’s Word tells us that He is a rock when everything else we may put our trust in is…
Stand Out and Be Different
I encourage you today to be different. No longer stand in the shadow of others and allow your accomplishments to be diminished.
Dealing with Guilty Feelings
John 5:24-26 “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes
The Good Shepherd
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” John 10:11
His Presence Draws You
Amidst all the lists and details running through my mind I found words from Psalm 23 pushing into my consciousness. God’s presence was nudging me to draw close. I realized again that where I…
In the Midst of Life’s Messes
You and I long for someone who will meet us in the midst of life’s messes.
It’s Time to Dream Again
Lately, I have witnessed so many people settling for less, whether in life, love, relationships, or even in their walk with God. Not only has fear set in, but complacency as well.
The Evidence
How can I experience gentleness in a world that is harsh and demanding and always wanting things its own way?
Live Like Jesus
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you that your Word is faithful. Through the Holy Spirit, empower me to embrace your mantle of obedience so that I can daily and faithfully walk in your Word and…
Great Anticipation
Looking back at the different phases in our life is like reviewing a book. Each chapter starts with great anticipation and usually ends with reflection and questions of tomorrow.
A Set Time
Tempers are flaring and many are contemplating giving up and letting go of their promises from the Lord. I beseech you today my brothers and sisters to hold on just a little while longer.
Be Patient
Don’t we all go through moments of impatience, if not verbally, then in our thoughts? The Holy Spirit reminded me of that just yesterday, I was impatient with a new waitress at a coffee…
Where to Give Yourself First
So very simple!! First I give myself to the Lord. I dip into the well of all He is and draw up all that I need for this moment and this day. THEN I…
New Life for Old
So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me— I have never been so fully alive, free, fresh …new wine, new…
Hope in the Middle of Despair
Sometimes our circumstances seem overwhelming. We may feel like we will never get out of the particularly bothersome situation we are in.
Come and Trust
Come and Trust: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
Beautiful Him; Beautiful You
How beautiful are His ways with you; how beautiful is His work within you.
Not Blind, But Reasonable
In the eyes of many, the Christian faith is a leap into the unknown, a belief that goes beyond rationality, like the “wish upon a star” fairy tale. If I’m honest, faith sometimes feels…
Been There Done That
A small hug, a hand on the arm or some small gesture of contact if no words come to mind. A gesture that says, "I'm here for you."
Greater Things
Regardless of how difficult the times, those who have been born again by the grace of God, redeemed and forgiven by the blood of Christ, adopted into God’s heavenly family, indwelt by and sealed…
What Leads You Today?
Father God, Today I want to be LED by Your Spirit in a fresh way. Please show me Your loving mercies as I look for them. Encourage my heart and show me who I…