Our highest priority should be to bring glory to God. What tangible ways can we do that as we walk with Jesus? “I have glorified You on the earth. I have finished the work which You have given Me to do.” John 17:4 (NKJV) Starting something new is hard but finishing well can be even harder. I…
Lent is a time of letting go of distractions so we can feast on more of Jesus. How can you feast to prepare your heart for Easter? “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.” In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is…
Learn how to live in an age when you need to fight for your teen in the face of technology and temptation. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your homes.(Nehemiah 4:14 ESV) Technology is the number one reason parents say that raising…
The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? Psalm 118:6 NIV We need to remember that God is with your child even if you cannot be. He is faithful and trustworthy. I sat in the middle school cafeteria, awkwardly balancing my adult body on the hard,…
Unlock the power of unwavering faith! Learn to build your own ‘war chest of faith’ and discover how to navigate doubts with confidence. I still remember the first day we pulled into the driveway of our new home. My heart sank as I watched a big ole fire ant climbing up the garage door. Most…
When you feel yourself begin to slip and slide, when you doubt and then wonder how you could possibly doubt, don’t despair! God hasn’t changed. He brings hope. Rest in God alone, my soul,for my hope comes from him.He alone is my rock and my salvation,my stronghold; I will not be shaken.Psalm 62:5–6 CSB Until…
God hears our prayers when we pray in faith. He is kind and mighty and cares about our hearts. He is working even when we cannot see it. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Philippians 4:6 I shouldn’t…
Discover practical insights for navigating life’s unexpected twists by understanding His bigger picture when plans go awry. Have your plans been upset lately? Your family time at Christmas did not turn out as you hoped.The pregnancy test showed up negative again.Your child did not get into her first-choice college.The guy you thought might be “the…
We can be resolved to keep going and growing because the Lord has given us everything we need to grow in steadfastness, including His Holy Spirit, the very power of God. “For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with…
Are you ready to plan your new year with purpose? There are 6 simple steps you can take to overcome the hard and the busy. “In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” Proverbs 16:9 (NIV) We are standing at the threshold of a new year. My heart is filled…
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to usThe government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.“Isaiah 9:6 We are saved by grace, the unmerited favor of God. That is the real gift of Christmas. We need only to…
“The Lord is your Keeper.” Psalm 121:5a ESV Are you feeling overwhelmed or depleted this Christmas time? Take heart, dear friend. The Lord is your Keeper. God is keeping YOU as you care for the people He has placed in your life right now. He is upholding you as cook, clean, cultivate, plan, work, minister,…
From swaddled lambs to practical lessons, delve into the real story behind the manger, discovering profound truths for the holiday season. For the last couple of years, I’ve received copies of an essay about newborn lambs raised by shepherds outside Bethlehem. The essay stated that shepherds in ancient Israel looked for perfect lambs that could…
Even in the darkest of times, the brilliant light of Christ shines with hope and guides us onward. Let us turn our hearts upward and worship him! “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.”…
Our most important mission is to talk to people about Jesus. But how? Where do we start? What if we feel inadequate? “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”Mark 16:15 ESV “Would you like me to tell you about Jesus?” The man who had just buckled into the seat next to…
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