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
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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,
Breaking Point
If you are stressed beyond the breaking point today, I want to pray for you: Lord, I cry out for those that are at the point of breaking. Those that...Continue reading
Let Jesus Violate Your Expectations
Jesus violates expectations. Jesus is not subject to our expectation of Him; we are subject to His expectation of us.
Adhesive Qualities in a Marriage
Marriage is a deliberate commitment to stick together. It is not based on emotional, physical or psychic attraction.
Build Wisely
A house can represent a physical building, but it can also be a life, a marriage, a family, a ministry, or a business. It’s fundamental to focus on the reason for building this ”house.”
Chasing Rachel and Getting Leah
Laban had two daughters, Rachel and Leah. The former was gorgeous and the latter had what the writer of Genesis calls an eye problem.
Get Back Up Again
We often give up on ourselves when we are faced with insurmountable odds.
Hang In There
Are you discouraged as a parent? Hang in there. Are you pessimistic about your job? Roll up your sleeves and go at it again. No communication in your marriage? Give it one more shot…
A Call to Common Courtesy
Perhaps you've never placed the word courteous next to Christ. I hadn't until I wrote this chapter.
Trust in the Wait
Psalm 33:13-22 • The Lord has all-encompassing knowledge of every detail of your circumstances. • He has complete understanding of the motives and intentions of everyone involved in your situation.
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…
Does God See the Pain I’m Facing?
Thought — Is there perhaps an alternative to your desired outcome that could surprise you into realizing it’s better than your wildest dreams? Go to God to ask for guidance, pleading for contentment in…
East from West, God Wants You
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.” Psalm 103:12 (NIV)
Mine, Mine
Thought: Is there something you are clinging to, claiming it is rightfully yours? Will you give it to God
He Desires to Save Us
Sometimes God really surprises us with the people he decides to save. Saul of Tarsus comes to mind.
Break Down the Wall
That verse looks great to me. I want God to make my paths straight. I want God to show me the way to turn, what to pursue, or what to walk away from. So…
Embrace Your Weakness
Lord, thank you that your power is made perfect in my weakness. Thank you for the grace to persevere in my current reality. Help me to gladly accept all the grace that you want…
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.
Be Calm. Be Strong. Be Thankful!
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:15
Praise God for All He has Done
Has God delivered you from trouble? Have you passed safely through rivers, supported by the divine presence? Have you walked through proverbial fires unharmed?
Our Complex Negotiations with God
We’re constantly in complex negotiations with God: -- “God, what if you’re not on the other side of this leap?” -- “Are you sure you’re strong enough to catch me?”
Focus on God’s Majesty
As long as our eyes are on God’s majesty there is a bounce in our step.