April 28, 2023
Love: Answer to Hostility
Is there someone in your life that is hurting you but who needs your love and your blessing? How will you begin returning good for evil?
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April 26, 2023
Nothing On My Own
The Spirit shows us God’s goodness, his glory, and his power. The Spirit reminds us of Jesus’ obedience, his sacrifice, and his love. By revealing God’s character and reminding us of God’s commands, the Spirit guides us to do nothing on our own, but only the will of the Father.
Read more..April 25, 2023
The Slippery Path
In some sense the path to heaven is safe. But in other respects there is no road as dangerous; it is overrun with difficulties. One false step (and how easy it is to step absently if grace is absent), and down we go.
Read more..April 22, 2023
Hope Restored Along the Way
“He restores my soul.” (Psalm 23) Our Shepherd majors in restoring hope to the soul. Whether you are a lamb lost on a craggy ledge or a city slicker alone in a deep jungle, everything changes when your rescuer appears.
Read more..April 20, 2023
How to Recognize the Counterfeit
It’s hard to know what is true anymore! Father, please help me to take hold of what is true in a world that has so much that is false and counterfeit, and to know that your Spirit’s work in me is real,
Read more..April 20, 2023
Patience and Trust
"Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see." Hebrews 11:1 Today's technology lets us connect with anyone at any time. We have to make an effort to NOT be connected. And we expect that when we want a response, we'll get one quickly.
Read more..April 19, 2023
Meet Your Fears with Faith
Meet Your Fears with Faith “...and teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:20
Read more..April 18, 2023
Jesus is Always There
God is good. He does not abandon us. He is always there. He cares about us and His work. Have you had a surprise problem lately? Don’t fret, listen to Him whisper promises in your ear. God is there. He will take care of you.
Read more..April 18, 2023
What You Can Rely On
There is a spiritual parallel in Proverbs 3:4-5 that assures us we can lean on, trust in and be confident in the Lord, casting aside our own inadequate insight or understanding. If we do, he will prepare the life road ahead. I like the Amplified Bible translation where it says He will make “plain our paths.”
Read more..April 17, 2023
Focus
O Lord, “Teach me Your way that I may rely on Your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may stand in awe of Your name.” Amen.
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