2022-10-17
God is our Protection
Some years ago, when I was especially run down in body and spirit, I sensed an encroaching darkness descend upon me. On this particular day, I had gone to bed early ...
Read more..Some years ago, when I was especially run down in body and spirit, I sensed an encroaching darkness descend upon me. On this particular day, I had gone to bed early ...
Read more..Jesus knows we’re in a storm. Why doesn’t he come? Be assured—He is closer than you’ve ever dreamed!
Read more..Heavenly Father, May my words, my actions, my attitudes … all to be worthy of representing my Lord. You are the one who fills me with Your wisdom and understanding by Your Spirit.
Read more..Our forgiveness toward others should have no limitations. God’s unconditional pardon of our sins destroys any excuse we might devise for holding onto bitterness.
Read more..God knows you miss the target. He knows you can’t pay for your mistakes. But he can.“God sent Jesus to take the punishment for our sins” (Romans 3:25 NLT).
Read more..“I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come . . . shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:38-39)
Read more..Lord, When my heart and mind are overwhelmed, help me to be still and to remember that you alone created this world; nothing in it is beyond your control!
Read more..Psalm 37:1 "Do not fret because of the wicked; do not be envious of wrong doers, for they will soon wither like grass." The summation of the psalm is that we are to be satisfied, take delight, commit, trust, be still and wait. Knowing that the shield of the Lord is our defense against the evil of the world.
Read more..If you think you know God but do not live your life in gratitude before Him, it is doubtful that you really knew Him in the first place. A thankful heart honors God. Too often when we say we "know God," what we actually mean is ...Continue reading
Read more..As long as God’s will is your destination, He will provide the map to get you there, so follow His map for your life and enjoy the journey.
Read more..Father, help us to be mindful today of our attitudes. Help us to pay close attention to the ones we hurt because we are not paying attention to the little things.
Read more..Give me strength and patience, O God, that I may be as loving, gentle, and patient with others as you have been with me.
Read more..Roads. Some are short with a definite destination. Others are long and winding, with a scenic view. Like me, you might find yourself on a road you didn’t know you were on, but when you look back you can see where it started and where it’s taken you, even if you still can’t see the end clearly
Read more..God does not tally our blunders in his logbook or entangle us in shame. He encourages us, offers a new beginning, and promises to remember our sins no more, always taking an interest in the vocation he calls us to fulfill.
Read more..When we know the love God has for us, we can become connected to Him in such a way that we don’t feel ashamed for Him to know us for who we truly are. We can freely go to Him. In truth, He already knows us…
Read more..Throughout our Christian lives, we will encounter times when we believe our identities to be in crisis but that never moves the Lord from his place of majestic reign.
Read more..Hatred in your heart will only bring death. Be slow to anger and judgment, or judgment shall come upon you.
Read more..If your Father is God and you have a problem on your hands, what do you do? Scripture tells us what to do.
Read more..Father God, When life takes an unexpected turn for me I pray that You will remind me to quiet my heart and to fully trust You.
Read more..God, help me make the right decisions and use my freedom to serve others in your strength and to enjoy life without indulging in what is wrong.
Read more..Sheep aren’t as dumb as most people think. They have figured out that all they need to do is to trust and follow the shepherd. It is sad that most of us seemingly intelligent humans haven’t figured out to do the same.
Read more..As Christ followers living in a fallen, confused world, we cannot allow the world’s standards to influence how we live life.
Read more..Touch me while I am asleep And awaken me to Your truth Oh Lord For many times I fail to acknowledge Your presence.
Read more..At the end of his life, John Newton said, “My memory is nearly gone, but I remember two things: that I am a great sinner and that Christ is a great Savior!”
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