August 18, 2024
Not an Olympic Event
Unfortunately some people approach Bible reading as an Olympic event: how fast can I read? am I reading more than my friends?
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August 18, 2024
Grizzlies Charging
...four adult grizzly bears were charging down a ridge toward my friends. Fear gripped their hearts. There was no point in running;
Read more..August 17, 2024
Faithful One
I praise God that He takes delight in being the One who is perfectly faithful when we can’t be.
Read more..August 15, 2024
The Battle Within
Do you long for righteousness but find that self-righteousness keeps getting in the way!
Read more..August 15, 2024
Are You Done Yet, Lord?
It seemed as though the challenges would never end. An aging parent fell and broke her hip. A brother’s cancer wasn’t responding to treatment.
Read more..August 14, 2024
When Life is Tough, Plant Flowers
One difficulty after another kept coming my way until I felt overwhelmed. I lost my job and therefore my income. If only our house would sell ....
Read more..August 12, 2024
He Wonderfully Comforts
Whatever God does for you and me is without merit on our part and by pure grace on His part, and it is done for a purpose. God never gives to or benefits His children solely for their own selfish ends.
Read more..August 9, 2024
Blessed Are Those Who Love the Irritating
Love those who irritate you; it's loving God. Overlook offenses, guard your words, and let patience prevail. Following Christ's example leads to peace.
Read more..August 8, 2024
Ticks on the Clock
All of us are conscious of time, in one way or another. We feel that we don't ever have enough time.
Read more..August 6, 2024
When We Are Prodigals
The good news is that no matter how often we turn away from God and focus on His resources rather than on Him, He is always there, waiting for us with outstretched arms. We are always welcome to return and bask in His love and forgiveness.
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