“The Lord God is my strength; He will make my feet like deer’s feet, And He will make me walk on my high hills...”. Habakkuk 3:19 “He makes my feet like the feet of deer, And sets me on my high places.” Psalms 18:33 “He makes my feet like the feet of deer,... Continue Reading →
Kindle the Gift
“Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of God which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor... Continue Reading →
Fasting for Protection
“Then I proclaimed a fast there at the river of Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God, to seek from Him the right way for us and our little ones and all our possessions. For I was ashamed to request of the king an escort of soldiers and horsemen to help us against... Continue Reading →
Waiting on Him
The passage emphasizes the importance of listening to God and waiting for His guidance, highlighting that true wisdom and life come from discipline in these practices. Although it can be challenging to remain still and wait for God's direction, such discipline leads to favor from the Lord and an abundant life through Christ.
The Sin of One, The Impact of Many
The chapter of Joshua 7 tells the account of the Israelites going up against the men of Ai in battle. It starts out with a very interesting sentence. ”But the sons of Israel acted unfaithfully regarding the things designated for destruction, for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah,... Continue Reading →
Enjoy the Pruning
Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. John 15:2 Today I realized how much I enjoy pruning. We started out picking up weeds to keep the yard from getting overrun. We are trying to avoid needing to have a... Continue Reading →
Refreshing Rest
“I will refresh those who are weary and will satisfy with food everyone who is weak from hunger.” Jeremiah 31:25 I am weary. This week has been long. I have slept, I am just physically and emotionally exhausted. My schedule has been full and I know this time of the year takes its toll... Continue Reading →
Correction and Growth
“Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you.” Ephesians 4:29 I think sometimes we use scriptures like this to justify not correcting a brother or sister in Christ. We equate... Continue Reading →
Enduring temptation
“No temptation has taken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted above what you are able, but will with the temptation also make the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” 1 Corinthians 10:13 Enduring temptation, I realize most... Continue Reading →
Insignificant Moments of Obedience
“But be doers of the word, and not only hearers, deluding your own selves.” James 1:22 This seems to be the scriptural theme for my day. Knowing what to do, but not doing it. The addict that can teach the class on what to do, but can’t apply it outside of treatment. The child... Continue Reading →
