Turning to the Lord will not necessarily bring an end to the hardship, but He will help us see that we are exactly where He wants us. He has a reason for the discomfort and desires that we grow in Christ through it. Whatever the situation, the safest place in the world is the center of His will.
Read more..We must be alert so that we are able to discern whose voice we are listening to. Our thought life has two channels — one is alert to God, and one is alert to Satan.
Read more..The Lord’s priority is our spiritual development. When we obey what His Word reveals to be His will, He’ll sovereignly direct our path in every other matter.
Read more..Lord, I admit to preferring ultimate order without the mess. Help me be patient as you work your good work in my life.
Read more..From Genesis to Revelation, God is revealing His thoughts, principles, and wisdom so we can live accordingly in any situation.
Read more..Trust is absolutely vital to having a close relationship with God. Trust in God opens the door to all sorts of healthy spiritual practices.
Read more..I struggle with intrusive thoughts on a daily basis. An intrusive thought flies into my brain. Instantly, my mind is shaken from the peaceful state it was in and thrown into a full blown panic.
Read more..I have seen a faithful God for decades. Even if there’s darkness around, God will switch the light on to brighten your journey somewhere along the line.
Read more..You don’t abandon a friend -not even when that friend is dead. John stayed close to Jesus.
Read more..Seeking God’s will acknowledges he has more knowledge than we do and that his plan for us is best.
Read more..Lord Jesus, thank You for making a bold commitment to me by becoming like a slave to change my history, now and eternally. Thank You for Your willingness to die, then rise again, for me.
Read more.."Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I. Send me!” Isaiah 6:8
Read more..Our trust is in God. There is much failure in self-assurance. We must not rest upon anything that's human. God has promised to be with us at all times, and to make the path straight, and to make a way through the mountains.
Read more..Dear Father, may people see the character and likeness of Jesus in me today.
Read more..Father God, I ask right now that You would help me to grow in having my heart filled with overflowing love for You. Keep me growing in my understanding of that love and how your Truth can help me avoid error in my own life.
Read more..Prayer. My Father, what a wonderful God You are. My children (and I) are handmade by You. You are our designer.
Read more..“I am the bread that gives life.” John 6:35 Can you see why Jesus called himself the Bread of Life?
Read more..We are of more value to God than many of the creatures. “How much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him” (Matthew 6:11).
Read more..Holy God, thank you for reminding me of the great hope that I have in Jesus. May I always keep that hope in the forefront of my mind and may that hope make me bold. Amen.
Read more..Heavenly Father, help us to seek to be transformed into a beautiful reflection of your love and glory. And once transformed, help us never to forget to offer thanks for making us more like Christ. Amen.
Read more.."Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us." 1 John 5:14 Cindy prayed to God night after night, "Why don't you ever show yourself to me? I want to know You."
Read more..So this year – I’m not holding back, I refuse to play it safe. I’m making a list and trusting in God’s power to enable me to keep them. And if I fail - it won’t be the end of the world. I’ll pick myself up, wipe the dust off and try again with God by my side.
Read more..God calls us to guard our hearts and minds carefully. God tells us to let faith take the upper hand and cover over the fear that tries to slip in.
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