When God closes a door, He always has a good reason. This is one way of guiding us to the correct path and opening the correct door. I have always prided myself on the principle of “patience + perseverance = success.” I am not a quitter. And for most situations, there is wisdom in sticking…
When you refocus your trust on God’s power to fulfill His promises, you can experience a unique peace that goes beyond the chaos of life. “Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power…
Sometimes God wants us to slow down and really take in the goodness of life rather than looking for more or ahead for the next thing. Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good!Blessed is the man who takes refuge in him! ~ Psalm 34:8 It’s not often someone makes a statement that is…
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…
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…
What do you do when you no longer feel united with your spouse? You can recover oneness in your marriage. It was a warm, early summer day when Dennis invited me to go to lunch. We’d known each other as friends for three years in college. But we hadn’t seen each other in a year…
What can we do to receive help with our overcrowded and weighed-down hearts? How can we live an authentic and resilient life? “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Have you ever said this?…
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,…
Let’s help our children to know that we can celebrate the passing of time rather than resist it by living in the moment. A silent war was being waged in our home. Almost every day for going on twenty-five years, I make dinner. For some strange reason, my family expects it every night. Go figure!…
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…
Is your little girl growing up too fast? Do you feel nervous about keeping your communication open as she heads into her teen years? Even if you didn’t have a close relationship with your mom, you can connect with your daughter in ways that will draw both of you closer to God and closer to…
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…
If there’s one thing I find myself getting into trouble over repeatedly, it’s attempting to take on responsibilities that aren’t mine to bear. We can find peace. It’s not my tendency to get anxious or fearful about sickness, car wrecks, or other worst-case scenario situations. However, what I do get worried about is relationships. If anything…
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