Sometimes even God’s greatest gifts go unused because in order to fully benefit from them, we need to admit we need help. We can all humbly use the amazing gift of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives, relying on him moment by moment.
Read more..How would you describe your crisis? Do you recite your woes more naturally than you do heaven’s strength?
Read more..“Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.” Psalm 105:4A It’s comforting to know God sees the larger picture and the future is in His hands.
Read more..We're often discontent even when all is going well. Consequently, we wonder how it's possible to be truly content during our most difficult trials, especially when there's no end in sight. So what is genuine contentment?
Read more..This is war! We face a daily battle and it is not just with sin and temptation. We have a real foe whose desire for us is our destruction.
Read more..I am so thankful for this relationship I have with the Lord. For years He has cultivated a close walk with me that transcends everything else in this world.
Read more..‘The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles. The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.” (Psalm 34:17-18)
Read more..It is interesting that God’s Word contrasts “drunk with wine” and “filled with God’s Spirit.” The issue is control.
Read more..No one likes turbulent times, but until we reach heaven, they will be a part of our life. No matter what the apparent source is, God ultimately directs every situation, because His sovereignty rules over all.
Read more..Hear and receive God’s Word in John 17:23 (NLT). “I in them and you in
Read more..The words caught my attention. Ambient Stress. Stress that swirls around with no place to go for conclusion. Uncertainty with no certainty in sight.
Read more..The next time you feel worry creeping into your mind, chase it away by: 1) Remembering God’s promises. 2) Turning our worries into meditation on His word and prayer.
Read more..I am kind of freaked out right now. Not supremely, but a bit. It's the empty shelves. Having never lived outside the United States and having always had enough ... this is weird and a trifle scary for me.
Read more..His strength will steady us, His comfort will touch us, His peace will wash over us, His presence will encase us, His wisdom will guide us, And His love will surround us.
Read more..There’s Someone greater than us that we can look up to during tough times like these. With what's happened so far and with what’s happening now, let us put our hope in God
Read more..Even if we cannot attend church, we can still call each other, text each other, email each other, or Skype or Facetime with each other. Frequently check on your friends, families, and the elderly.
Read more..Clearly the confidence the Psalmist expressed was confidence in God. He did not say, "I have grace enough to perfect that which concerneth me. My faith is so steady that it will not stagger." No, his dependence was on the Lord alone.
Read more..No fear is too small for Christ to handle, and certainly none is too large.
Read more..Your life is lived in great spiritual warfare, but you are sheltered in the safe refuge of the Almighty. Be at home in the hiding place of Most High. Rest under His wings
Read more..Is there a place of certainty where we can find rest? “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT)
Read more..Dwell deep under those layers of discouragement, grief, failure, disappointment, hurt, or heartache. “Do not be in a hurry to leave the king’s presence.”
Read more..Self-destruction is a dangerous course to plot. Yet, out of brokenness, I did exactly that.
Read more..“Dear Lord, help me to place my priorities in your capable and loving hands. Everything belongs to you and I am just a steward of it. Help me to use what you give wisely and to the benefit of others before it becomes a source of pride for me. Amen.”
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.
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