Danger of Self Reliance
When I try to do it on my own, I miss out on God’s strength and wisdom. Here is a prayer from the writer of Psalms 139 that helps to motivate me to move…
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Let All Take Refuge
Take Refuge: But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Psalm 5:11
The Source of Peace
Serenity is a direct result of a relationship with Jesus Christ. No outside situation can tamper with that connection—we partake of Jesus’ abundant life through His Holy Spirit.
Your Father’s Heart Longs for You
God loves you as much as He loves His Son. His love for you is way beyond anything you can imagine. Rest in His presence and let His peace quiet your mind.
Sometimes the Lord Sends an Adversary
When we recognize that all of God’s Providence is filtered through love, we know how to accept and face the adversary which He sends.
God’s Time
If there is anything we don't like to do, it's wait. Maybe that is why God is so interested in us learning to do it!
At Home in God’s Love
Jesus makes it very simple. He says, “Make yourselves at home in my love.” We don’t need to go looking for home; we may simply come home to Jesus.
No Fear in God’s Hiding Place
Be blessed in the name of the one who will never forsake you, as He says to you: So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am…
The Secret of Being Content
Paul focused on eternal life, the love of God, and the forgiveness of sins. What he had in Christ was far greater than what he didn’t have in life!
God, the One and Only
Jesus is God's greatest message. He not only proclaims and declares God's love, mercy, and grace, he has made it known. Only Jesus can display God to us fully, for he is one with…
God is a Redeemer
God is a Redeemer;He bought us with a great price,He rescues and breaks the chains of bondage,He finds us and brings us home.God is a Restorer;He returns what was destroyed andreplaces what was stolen.
David’s Tears
When I was young, most boys were told that a man doesn't cry. It showed emotional weakness and loss of control. A boy that cried was told he was acting like a girl! But…
Soulful Rest
Jesus saw the burdens that were put on the people and knew how weary they felt. He called the people to come to him instead.
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.
Deliver Us from Evil
I grew up saying the Lord's Prayer. I've said it so often that I to tend to rattle through the words. Many of us do, I suppose. In fact, I read that if I…
Temptations: Doors Closing
We were driving through a small town in southwestern British Columbia when I noticed the sign on a clothing store. The store was called TEMPTATIONS. Interesting name, I thought. Then I smiled when I…
God is Kind
"... I am the LORD, who exercises kindness, justice and righteousness on earth, for in these I delight," declares the LORD. Jeremiah 9:24
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…
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.
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.