I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:2 Trusting God feels like an impossible feat sometimes. I believe God can do anything, but I get stuck at will He. The Bible is full of convincing evidence of God’s ability to perform miracles,
Have you ever seen children peacefully playing together, sharing, and taking turns? Perhaps for a short time, but more commonly, they snatch, bicker, and frequently yell, “mine!” Sharing may not be a child’s strong suit, but they seem to do pretty well with forgiveness. They could be fighting and biting one minute, then hugging and
Night and day, whether he sleeps or gets up, the seed sprouts and grows, though he does not know how. Mark 4:27 Do you ever wonder if the good you’re trying to do really makes a difference? Take parenting, for instance. There are times when it seems my children will never learn to treat each
Submit to God and be at peace with him; in this way prosperity will come to you. Job 22:21 This past weekend my sons competed in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), a martial art focused on ground hand-to-hand combat. Points can be earned by executing specific techniques of take-down and control, but the ultimate goal is
“My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Exodus 33:14 (NIV) Do you ever have trouble sleeping? This is unusual for me as I am chronically fatigued from the mental and physical demand of raising three young, energetic boys. Our days are filled with curiosity, conflict, and craziness. Needless to say,
In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33 Is it really possible to prevent our hearts from hurting? Being rejected is a difficult pill to swallow. In most cases, it leaves that weird sensation of having something stuck in our throat. Each time we swallow, it’s there, reminding
“Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” Luke 22:42 She gazed into her hot coffee, cupping the mug with her hands. “I’m just not feelin’ it”, she said. I could sense my friend’s discouragement. Years of struggling in marriage and motherhood left her disenchanted
Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:18-19 The New Year is upon us and resolutions are the talk of social
I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned. Isaiah 43:1-2 The evening sun gradually sank beyond the horizon of
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 Have you ever stopped to consider the measures we often go to in order to hide our pain? Many wake each morning, the
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