Lord, I thank You for the majesty and beauty of Your creation, despite the ugliness in our world today, it still shines through in creation, the sunrises and sunsets. Lord, I lift up our country to You. Yesterday there was an assassination attempt on the life of a former president, and from what the news... Continue Reading →
God’s Perfect Work
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.”James 1:2-4 Driving east on interstate 40 there is really rough roads as you head from Arizona into... Continue Reading →
Not Burdensome
Truly the signs of an apostle were accomplished among you with all perseverance, in signs and wonders and mighty deeds. For what is it in which you were inferior to other churches, except that I myself was not burdensome to you? Forgive me this wrong! 2 Corinthians 12:12-13 Paul let the Corinthians know he was an apostle to... Continue Reading →
Responsibility for Growth
The passage emphasizes that God has appointed apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers to equip and edify the body of Christ. Individual growth in faith and understanding is a personal responsibility. Maturity is essential to avoid being misled and to contribute positively to the body, highlighting the importance of unity and support within the community.
My Hope Is in You
To me Lord, that means that You are the question and the answer, the beginning and the end. When I feel like all is lost, You are there reminding me, You go after those who are lost. When I feel like I’m at my end, my hope in You says this is just the beginning... Continue Reading →
God Has Appointed These
The passage emphasizes the individual roles of Christians within the church as part of the Body of Christ. It highlights God's appointed roles such as apostles and teachers, urging believers to seek divine calling and guidance instead of succumbing to human assignments.
Build Yourself Up
The author reflects on the importance of intentionally building faith through prayer and scripture, while also recognizing personal responsibility in maintaining love and grace, especially during challenging moments. Despite experiencing hurt in marital interactions, the emphasis is on self-awareness and the need for mercy, grounded in a faithful relationship with God.
Prayer for Spiritual Fire, Floods and Storms
Heavenly Father, in the natural our state has been dealing with fires, floods, and storms, we recognize fire eventually brings forth new growth, that rain is needed, and that floods recharge our water sources and storms strengthen the trees. We ask that You be with those currently impacted in the natural, bring provision, safety and... Continue Reading →
Prayer for 4th of July
Heavenly Father, as we head into a holiday week, we thank You for the freedoms we so easily take for granted. Thank You for all those who went before us to make this freedom possible. Help us to learn from the mistakes of the past and do better. Help us to carry on the good... Continue Reading →
Citizen of Heaven
The author reflects on Philippians 3:20-21, considering the possibility that there may be only one body in heaven, representing believers as the body of Christ. They express their identity as a citizen of Heaven, eagerly awaiting Jesus' return for full transformation and a desire to submit to God's will, recognizing the temporal nature of the world.
Restoring Voice 