God is Timeless
You have to be amazed at the speed of communications today. But even more amazing is the fact that God knows and hears our prayers even before we think about them or open our…
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Handling Difficult Circumstances
Focusing on Christ is neither a natural reaction nor an easy one. Our instinct is to dwell on the situation at hand, searching for solutions or stewing over the pain and difficulty. As a…
The Unwelcome Promise
Think about Jesus’ words, “Why are you so afraid?” Try to answer that question as honestly as possible;
An Act of Devotion
Psalm 135:5 “I know the greatness of the Lord -that our Lord is greater than any other god.” Prayer: Dear Father, I am devoted to You. May I center my day around You today,…
Inconvenient Truth
The inconvenient truth is that God is not at fault when we disregard his wisdom.
He’s Still Knocking
I wonder how many times during the day Jesus gently knocks to warn me of his waiting presence? Not a warning that danger is imminent (though that may be true), but to warn in…
God Knows You by Name
We all like to protect our name. In fact, most people would do anything to stop their name being misused or abused.
What is Your Hail?
Sometimes, we see trials as black cloud-shapes of the enemy, but not every black cloud contains an enemy. What is your hail? your cloud?
God’s Love
Diana says she’s not afraid of her past. In fact, her dramatic change speaks volumes about God’s love.
The Things We Take for Granted
Life is full of the unexpected. You never know what is going to happen next. I knew it was going to be a challenging day when I saw water bubbling up by the sidewalk…
Forever Faithful
Lord, thank You for being so faithful. Please heal my wandering heart. Strengthen my faith and make me steadfast in my pursuit of You. Amen.
After What I Did, Can God Use Me Again?
When we have sinned, we are prone to think that, even though God forgives us, our life of service is finished. Our reputation is ruined. We’re a complete failure. Satan wants us to live…
Worthy is the Lamb
No one else did what Jesus did. Therefore no one else is worthy of our worship. Only Jesus, together with God the Father — the Savior and Creator of the world — is worthy…
Waiting on God
Repentance, Rest, Quiet, Trust. There is something about these words that appeals to me. They are contrary to human nature, but calming when I am stressed or fearful.
Are People Asking Questions?
When was the last time a friend asked, “What IS it with you? When was the last time a friend asked you about your faith? What was your response?
Living One Day at a Time
What troubles are you facing today? What are you worrying about? A quick read through of Matthew 6:25-34, where Jesus speaks against worry, will act as a powerful faith booster and a stress-buster! A…
Unconsumed
There is so much more to know and experience of GOD than what we are currently aware of.
Brotherly Love
“I know the kind of life you’re living and the friends you’re running with don’t know the Bible - it could be, you’re the only Bible they’ll read. You’re the only Jesus they’ll see.”
Double Minded, Me?
The LORD has prompted me in the past not to be double-minded. At the time I was a bit hurt and said "Surely not I?"
It is Not the End!
There are times in life when God seems far away and we wonder why he is not speaking to us. Why can’t we feel His warmth?
Victory over Worry
A lot of our stress and discouragement is caused either by unfounded or maybe even real fears and anxieties.
The Old Apple Tree
Father, thank You for producing fruit in and through us. Enable us to grow our roots deep into the knowledge of Your love so we will produce fruit
All Your Plans and Paths
The successful, fruitful, joyful Christian who lives a supernatural life is one whose thoughts are focused on our wonderful God and His attributes,