2020-06-12
The Storms of Life
Will our trust in the Lord increase as we watch Him use our suffering to make us more Christlike, or will we become bitter and resentful toward Him? In other words, will we rage against God or humbly submit?
Read more..Will our trust in the Lord increase as we watch Him use our suffering to make us more Christlike, or will we become bitter and resentful toward Him? In other words, will we rage against God or humbly submit?
Read more.."How can I really love that person?" I encourage you to make a list of those whom you don't like and begin to love them by faith. "By this all men will know you are my disciples, if you love one another." John 13:35
Read more..Whatever it is that’s troubling you, you’ll get through this. Don’t quit, don’t hide.
Read more..When we rely only on our own strength and what we have to give, we quickly become worn out and discouraged. But when we turn to God for His strength and replenishment, we are able to keep moving forward.
Read more..Certain races are optional. Other races are essential—like the race of faith.
Read more..God spoke the world into existence, and He spoke you into your mother’s womb. Even now, He can speak into the chaos of your life to bring it shape and form (Psalm 51:10 MSG).
Read more..The great privilege that separated Israel from other nations was this: They had God dwelling in their midst
Read more.....For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved.
Read more..You cannot know what Jesus has said without knowing the Scriptures. His words are there for you to hear, to believe, to receive, and to obey. His words are true words, good words, living words, whole words, righteous words.
Read more..What happens when you allow fear to intrude into your life? When you begin to trust your own strength a little too much?
Read more..The first step in our journey of exploring the Holy Spirit in our lives is to allow our minds to be transformed and our hope set fully on the grace that redeemed us from an empty way of life.
Read more..Think about a time you experienced unbearable thirst. You probably would have traded anything for a drink. When you finally got your wish, there was nothing that could have tasted better than that cold, refreshing glass of water.
Read more.."Who is the greatest person who ever lived? Who has done more good for mankind than anyone else?" JESUS of Nazareth
Read more..Have you experienced family situations such as are described above? What is your immediate reaction when friends or family do not appreciate your experiences? How might your reactions change if you remembered that Jesus, too, experienced such misunderstanding?
Read more..Father God, I find it hard to listen because of my pride, self-reliance, busyness, and doubt. You truly are the expert on life, and you know me. You know everything about my life. I confess my foolishness when I attempt to fix things on my own. Your wisdom is far superior to my best ideas. I’m listening. Guide me! Amen.
Read more..Hardships are a part of our allotment. They were predestined for us. As surely as the stars are fashioned by His hands and their orbits fixed by Him, so surely are our hardships allotted to us: He has predestined their season and their place, their intensity, and their effect on us.
Read more..Underline these words: You are not alone. Your family my turn against you, but God won’t. Your friends may betray you, but God won’t.You may feel alone in the wilderness, but you are not. He is with you.
Read more..Our Lord desperately wants you to present whatever is on your mind to Him so He can become more present in your life. Like a gift tucked way under the Christmas tree, what He wishes to give you may at first seem out of view, but if you seek it, you will find, right there, with your name written on it…just for you so you know He cares.
Read more..You can feel God's presence - especially as you acknowledge the fact that He is there and begin to worship Him for who and what He is.
Read more..“The LORD himself watches over you! The LORD stands beside you as your protective shade” Psalm 121:5
Read more..God is willing to change us into the likeness of the Savior. Shall we accept his offer?
Read more..God promises – “I have redeemed you. I have summoned you by name; you are mine.”
Read more..Learning to put on the armour of God can change the way you begin your
Read more..Lord. Please help me keep my eyes on you and my ears tuned to your “Be still.” Exodus 14:13 “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.”
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