“I will be with you when you pass through the waters, and when you pass through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. You will not be scorched when you walk through the fire, and the flame will not burn you.” Isaiah 43:1-2 Spiritual Warfare. I hate it. Man, the hymns and worship songs are… Read More The Ugly Truth about Victory
A familiar scene The Israelites, after hundreds of years of slavery and oppression, were finally set free. As they made their way across the desert, I imagine their heads were still full of images of God’s display of power over the Egyptians as He sent one plague after another. However, after getting to camp, they… Read More When Enemies Pursue
“To obey is better than a sacrifice and to heed is better than the fat of rams.” 1 Samuel 15:22 Even though it was 26 years ago, I remember the song that was playing as I walked down the aisle toward the alter the night I rededicated my life to the Lord. My favorite hymn… Read More I Have Decided to Follow Jesus
“Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of people, to be seen by them. Otherwise, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. Matthew 6:1 Somebody Framed the Cow Most people are familiar with the Great Chicago Fire. Most of us (adults anyway) learned about it in school. Even today you… Read More Your Impact isn’t Determined by the Attention you Receive for your Work
“But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.” 2 Chronicles 15:7 Something Strange in the Neighborhood I was on my way to work this morning when something strange in my peripheral vision caught my attention. There was a thin strand of spider web on the outside… Read More What a Spider Taught Me about Holding Tight and Never Giving Up!
“Because of the LORD’s faithful love we do not perish, for His mercies never end. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!” Lamentations 3:22-23 Are you familiar with Christian music artist, Danny Gokey? His music has been the soundtrack of my life the last few months and God has used it to speak… Read More Fresh Mercy for Today
“Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 A message for Joshua Joshua was getting ready to take over for Moses, the one who had lead Israel for over 40 years and was revered by the People. As… Read More Be Strong and Courageous-A Command, not a Suggestion
“Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 God’s… Read More God’s Grace Shines Brightest in Hard Times
“The doorkeeper opens it for him, and the sheep by name and leads them out. When He has brought all his own outside, he goes ahead of them. The sheep follow Him because they recognize His voice.” John 10:3-4 A few months ago I was praying for direction, begging God to give me a clear… Read More The Blessing of Surrender
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 The prescription for peace. Instead of dwelling on that which makes us anxious, present it… Read More The Formula for Peace