I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me - Philippians 4:13
“Be still, and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10) How easy is it to be still when you are going through problems and trials? How easy is it to say “Lord, I surrender this situation to you”, then not put your hands back into it? How easy is it to say “I am
Read More“51 Then he climbed into the boat, and the wind stopped. They were totally amazed…” (Mark 6:51) It’s hard to be in a situation that leaves you feeling utterly helpless. It seems like every day when you wake up, the news is filling our minds with stories about storms, strikes, financial difficulties, possible food shortages,
Read More5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5) There are many things that can cause us to become discouraged. All we have to do is turn on the news or
Read MoreMake The Most Of Where You’re At 23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, 24 since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. 25 Anyone who does
Read More28 And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. (Romans 8:28) Suffering is a part of life. It’s especially a part of the Christian life. 12 In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life
Read MoreA merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken. (Proverbs 15:13) Have you ever seen someone who you knew was struggling? You could hear it in their voice, see it in their posture, but most of all you could see it on their face. They may try
Read MoreWhen I was a child, the sights and sounds of Christmas were exciting for me. I loved winter, and still do. Even though the thought of receiving a gift was exciting, gathering with my family and watching the change in people throughout the season filled my heart and made a lasting impression with me that
Read More13 And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart. (Jeremiah 29:13) Periodically we all go through dry seasons spiritually. Sometimes we know it and sometimes we aren’t aware of it until we are right in the middle of it. There are different reasons it can happen. Most
Read MoreRepay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says
Read MoreSeeing Your Blessings Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him! (Psalm 34:8) The Greek word often translated as “blessed” is makarios, which means “fortunate,” “happy,” “enlarged,” or “lengthy.” I’ve often heard people say “God has blessed me with…” and it ends with material things. And
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