A Thorn in the Flesh?
PRAYER: LORD, we are truly sorry for being a pain, again. It dismays us to think we can continue to cause You sadness.
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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.
Let God Choose
Let God choose for you, it will be the right decision. Let God guide you, it will be the right direction.
Lessons from a One-Legged Sandpiper
Lord, Help us not to cave into our circumstances, but to see them as opportunities to run the race with an endurance that only comes from keeping our eyes fixed on You.
Deliverance from Fears
Action Point: At the first sign of a fear in my life, I will commit it to the Lord and trust Him for deliverance, and I will seek to help others whose hearts are…
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?
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?
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,
Growling Like a Bear
To God, we all sound like angry bears and distressed birds when we complain about not getting that promotion, or finding a spouse, or whatever else we feel we deserve. But God isn’t laughing…
It’s a See-What-Happens Life
Although we don’t have the physical Jesus in our presence, we actually have so much more.
I Love Encouragement
Have you ever had too much encouragement? Not me. In fact, I don’t know of anyone who feels they have had too much encouragement. Usually, we wish someone would encourage us — just a…
Adhesive Qualities in a Marriage
Marriage is a deliberate commitment to stick together. It is not based on emotional, physical or psychic attraction.
New Love is Like a Drug
How does love happen? How can you explain it? Well, you can’t. You have to experience it and feel it.
9 Verses for Fighting Fear
A few weeks ago, fear crept in and wanted control of my days. Maybe you know the feeling—when you realize you’re worried about how-will-I and all the what-ifs for today, tomorrow, and 10 years…
Passion for God over Fear
Our passion for God is the greatest tool we have when it comes to living a life free from fear.
The Yielded Vessel
The yielded vessel is a sanctified vessel—cleansed and set apart from sin for God’s purposes. It is the yielded vessel that is a vessel of honor. 2 Timothy 2:21
Surplus and Deficit
Heavenly Father, Bankrupt me of my surplus. Remove from me the selfishness and disobedience that I choose.
Our Heart and our Treasure
As we allow Jesus to minister His cleansing and healing, God transforms our thoughts, emotions, desires, and actions, aligning our treasure with our heart.
On Whom Will You Rely in the Coming Year?
In the coming year, just who or what are you going to rely on for leading and advice? Who will you serve? Where will you place your trust? What do you consider to be…
Christmas Abundance
I will never forget my first Christmas as a follower of Christ. I was thousands of miles from home, grieving my mother’s passing, battling my addictions, flat broke, and almost out of hope.