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Metonymous
A devotional reflection on moving beyond lip service into active, committed obedience to the Lord.
Don’t Hit the Fan
Before you think your life is going to hit the fan, seek the Father to give you both the strength in your wings and the knowledge you need to lift you above it all.…
Five Important Truths I Keep Forgetting
I keep forgetting the important truths of Scripture—truths that should be ready in my hand like a sword in the midst of a raging battle.
Even Though
Even Though. Take His hand, even though it means letting go of what you are holding on to. Follow His path, even though you see a valley ahead.
Hitting Rock Bottom
People “hit rock bottom” when they reach the lowest point of their lives and realize they have nothing else to lose. For some, it’s the only place they can clearly see themselves
When We Dare to Let God be For Us
When We Dare to Let God be For Us: Dare to let God be for you all He has said He will be. Faith that rests will watch God work. Every time.
The Rock Pile
In the space of a few short months, it felt as if rocks were crushing me one after another. I
When the Sparkle Goes
Scripture reminds us that it is also possible to lose our “first love” for the Lord. In fact, it is more than possible—it’s inevitable—unless one is careful to keep looking to God and His…
Under the Chin
Psalm 3 reminds us that when we get knocked off our secure pedestal, the God of all hurts is there to nourish us.
Artificial or Real Fruit
God created us to be living, breathing persons designed to have the life of Christ squeezed out of us so those around would be drawn by the tantalizing aroma of our presence.
God Is Present with You Now
Thank you, Father, that when you say “never will I forsake you,” you mean never. You are with me now.
In Step with God
There will be hard times, but God gives Christians everything necessary for following Him. And His grace will always prove more than sufficient
Strength for the Task at Hand
“Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the…
Prayer Journey
Father, we know You want to have a close, growing relationship with us. Lord, we also want to know You more. Deep within our souls we want to know You. Amen.
God is GOOD
God will never run out of goodness. Everything He made (and makes) is good. Father, thank You for being totally good, that there is no shadow of evil in You! Your goodness is everywhere.…
From Rocks to Pure Gold
God is like the mining master and we are His precious gold, but before we can become pure, we too have to be forged by fire, separated from our natural impurities and then molded…
Under Authority
Heavenly Father, Thank You that submission to You is a safe, beautiful and even powerful place. I submit my life to You today. May I live my life in such a way that I…
The Blessings of Inadequacy
Inadequacy challenges our faith. Paul says, "Our adequacy is from God" (v. 5)"Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think of anything as being from ourselves, but our sufficiency is from God."
Crockpots and Microwaves
In today’s microwave world, we often expect Christian growth to happen similarly, but spiritual formation just doesn’t happen on demand.
Make Friends with Whatever’s Next
As Paul wrote, “These little troubles are getting us ready for an eternal glory that will make all our troubles seem like nothing.”
Master Gardener Advice
Is your faith withered like flowers on a hot summer day? Advice from our Master Gardener: meditate on God’s word and trust in him.
Spirituality
Spirituality is a popular subject these days. True spirituality moves you toward knowledge of Jesus as the Influencer of your heart.
