I lose sight of that sometimes. In the midst of an ordinary day I forget that I have this incredible hope. When I feel weak, forgotten, worn out or left behind it’s often because I’ve taken my eyes off of the hope that Jesus bought for me on the cross.
Read more.."Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace… Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly.
Read more..The LORD has prompted me in the past not to be double-minded. At the time I was a bit hurt and said "Surely not I?"
Read more..There are times in life when God seems far away and we wonder why he is not speaking to us. Why can’t we feel His warmth?
Read more..Many people want eternal life, but on their terms. In order to have this eternal life in Christ, we must put God first in our lives. We are to love God most.
Read more..How do you define spiritual success? Feeding the poor? Defending the weak? Sacrificing your own needs for others?
Read more..To God, we all sound like angry bears and distressed birds when we complain about not getting that promotion, or finding a spouse, or whatever else we feel we deserve. But God isn’t laughing when he hears us moaning and grumbling.
Read more..If you are stressed beyond the breaking point today, I want to pray for you: Lord, I cry out for those that are at the point of breaking. Those that...Continue reading
Read more..Allow the Holy Spirit working with your spirit to bring transformation and healing. Receive new grace to run the race of life free of weights and entanglements.
Read more..In the midst.. I see you Oh Lord the Lover Of my soul, who in the midst brings peace To my soul.
Read more..With His own pierced hands, Jesus created a pasture for the soul. He pried loose the huge boulders of sin. In their place He planted seeds of grace and dug ponds of mercy.
Read more..Whenever someone hurts or frustrates us, we can decide whether to react in a godly or worldly fashion.
Read more..Have you ever had too much encouragement? Not me. In fact, I don’t know of anyone who feels they have had too much encouragement. Usually, we wish someone would encourage us — just a little would help. A little encouragement goes a long way.
Read more..How much more could we be transformed into joyfulness if we thanked him not only for the good gifts but for everything? What if we thanked God for the trials, heartbreaks, and losses?
Read more..Perhaps you've never placed the word courteous next to Christ. I hadn't until I wrote this chapter.
Read more..Psalm 33:13-22 • The Lord has all-encompassing knowledge of every detail of your circumstances. • He has complete understanding of the motives and intentions of everyone involved in your situation.
Read more..We must take our shaky faith and dig down deep to the foundation of our beliefs and strongly proclaim anew our trust in God.
Read more..A few weeks ago, fear crept in and wanted control of my days. Maybe you know the feeling—when you realize you’re worried about how-will-I and all the what-ifs for today, tomorrow, and 10 years from now.
Read more..Our passion for God is the greatest tool we have when it comes to living a life free from fear.
Read more..Thought — Is there perhaps an alternative to your desired outcome that could surprise you into realizing it’s better than your wildest dreams? Go to God to ask for guidance, pleading for contentment in the waiting.
Read more..With God’s love, we don't ask, "Is it worth it?" but rather proclaim, "He is worth it!"
Read more..“As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us.” Psalm 103:12 (NIV)
Read more..“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:38–39,
Read more..Thought: Is there something you are clinging to, claiming it is rightfully yours? Will you give it to God
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