Many Christians live their whole lives without consistently experiencing this incomprehensible peace. Perhaps faith and submission are the most challenging issues. But only as we surrender control of our lives to Christ and trust in His plans for us will we discover tranquil rest for our souls.
Read more..“…Truly if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." Matthew 17:20
Read more..Have you ever said, “Well, nothing’s set in stone.” For centuries, man has laid down counsels. But “The counsel of the LORD stands forever, ...
Read more..Is there someone who could use your encouragement today? Don’t wait until later! Encourage that person right now.
Read more..A young woman I met with was weighted down with her guilt and sin. In fact, she was so distraught that she would not look me in the eye. All the while I was counselling her she was under such deep conviction that all I could see was the top of her head.
Read more..When people look at me, Will they see You? When people talk to me, Will they hear You? When people come to me And need the strength That You can give, Will I show them You’re the One The only One they need?
Read more..You see, by yourself, you’re weak. “SELF-help” is insufficient. It’s only when your life is Christ-centered that you find strength
Read more..In the school of Christ, brokenness is a good thing. “Let me hear joy and gladness; let the bones you have crushed rejoice.”Psalm 51:8 (NIV)
Read more..It is that time of year that we are faced with winter storms. During these storms the power often goes out in our neighborhood leaving us without power for light and heat.
Read more..Lord, thank You for Your call on each of our lives and the transformation You are bringing about while we await the fulfillment of Your plans and purposes. Help us be teachable and learn from the experiences and circumstances we are called to endure. May our character and love develop at the pace of our leadership ability. In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Read more..It is sadly easy to get musty and murky in our spiritual lives. God becomes an old, old habit and our lamps no longer attract people to the Savior.
Read more..When troubles come our way, we can be stressed and upset, or we can trust God. Scripture says to set your minds and keep them set on what is above…the higher things (Colossians 3:2). When giants are in the land, when doubts swarm your mind, turn your thoughts to God. Your best thoughts are God-thoughts. He is above all this mess!
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