We can’t control the people in our relationships or the circumstances we may face. But there is a way that offers us hope. I drank in the silence as evening settled. I was preparing to lead a Bible study and needed to focus. Friends had asked my husband and me to house-sit for them, and…
Coming face to face with life’s disappointments can leave us seriously discouraged or distraught. Despite that, God wants to do something new in you. “He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God.” Psalm 40:3 (ESV) “I want to be a song,” I told my older sister who was handing…
We will have struggles here, even as God’s children. But God cares for us even when we don’t have it all together. Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us. (Psalm 62:8, ESV) “How long are you going to stay drunk?” (1 Samuel…
God’s delight in us feels far-fetched because we think he sees us only in our sin. But His love runs deeper than that! A scripture that has been meaningful to me lately is Psalm 35: 27b, “The Lord be exalted who delights in the well-being of his servant.” Yet it’s easy for our minds to…
There’s so much to learn from older saints who have faced unthinkable trials, traveling a joyful journey with unshakeable faith. “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.” James 1:2,3 ESV If you want to increase your faith, sit…
Learning about sacrificial love can only be done through one Person — God Himself. As we learn through His Word and work in our lives, we can pour it out on others. It’s not uncommon for me to converse with a woman about difficult people or challenging situations at her church. As I probe, I…
People will disappoint us because people can’t fulfill every need we have. There is only One who knows us and being known can be such a comfort. “Great is our Lord and mighty in power; his understanding has no limit.” (Psalm 147:5) The impacts of COVID linger. Some are realized, others carefully hidden. Counselors are…
Do you have trouble taming the unruly tongue? Learn one secret to avoid spouting words from your irritation and frustration. “The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me.”Psalm 50:23a ESV Does this ever happen to you? Your spouse does something, you have a thought about it that makes you super annoyed and irritated,…
Have you been praying for direction, but things still feel hazy? God himself will guide you along the pathway of life. He will teach you the way to go. It was a beautiful afternoon in Oxford. I paused at the top of Seven Sisters overlook on my walk. I needed to pray, wonder, and “have…
We crave control because we desire stability and security but the cost of control hurts our relationships and makes us anxious. Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.John 14:27 Control…
While our life has its sorrows and disappointments, we too can find joy and comfort in the arms of our loving Heavenly Father. A time to weep,And a time to laugh;A time to mourn,And a time to dance; ~ Ecclesiastes 3:4 She’ll never walk. It was one of the doctors’ predictions that turned out to be…
What do you want God to do for your marriage? What is God’s love story for your marriage? God wants us to love one another because He wants our relationships to showcase His love! For your maker is your husband, the Lord of hosts is his name. (Isaiah 54:5, ESV) That’s the question I threw…
It’s easy to allow fear to set in when we forget how faithful God has been in the past. Take the time to remember not to forget. My stomach was in knots. I felt like I was going to throw up and I could hardly breathe. My 6-year-old grandson had suddenly become ill. It turned…
When we’re living in a world of distraction, it’s so much harder to love God fully and hear His voice clearly. I pick up my phone for good reason; I just can’t quite remember what that good reason is. I compulsively check my e-mail. Did I miss a text? Oh, shoot, there are a few…
Has God given you dreams you desire to do with Him? Maybe you have yet to discover this goal. Prayerfully consider God’s direction. “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered, “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. Luke 1:38 NIV I never took dance. Never was a cheerleader. Couldn’t memorize…
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