“Love one another warmly as Christians, and be eager to show respect for one another.” Romans 12:10 It’s Valentine’s Day here in America. Flowers are being delivered. Cards are being written. Candy is being purchased. Reservations are being made. Grand gestures of love have been prepared for this specific day of the year. Many... Continue Reading →
So often I try to hide, and then I realize You are already there. You are ahead of me. I run, but You are again Already there. You don’t follow me; I’m running to You Even when I’m trying to get away. You know me better Than I even know myself You love me more... Continue Reading →
“Remind me each morning of your constant love, for I put my trust in you. My prayers go up to you; show me the way I should go.”Psalm 143:8 I am so grateful that I can trust God’s love is constant, because sometimes I am not a very lovable person. I have a shirt... Continue Reading →
“And God showed his love for us by sending his only Son into the world, so that we might have life through him.” 1 John 4:9 I will give you a warning, the thought that came to my mind when I read this didn’t probably come from God. I just know He can use anything... Continue Reading →
This piece discusses the unconditional nature of God's love, accentuating that Christ's sacrifice for sinners is a testament of this divine love, which is not dependent on our deeds. The author urges people to accept this benevolent gift, rather than attempting to earn it. By reflecting God's kindness, patience, and enduring love in our actions, we can reciprocate this divine love.
Lately I have found myself drawn to acronyms. I will hear a word and start to ponder something it could stand for in my life. I see a frog - Fully Rely on God. I hear Fear - I think Forget Everything And Run or Face Everything and Rise. I was listening to a message... Continue Reading →
Fully Formed in Love reflects on the trials of her relationship and past transgressions that have impacted her marriage. Her realizations focus on selfishness and inconsideration that led to affairs and even list her divorce filings hurting her partner. After soul-searching, she acknowledges her immaturity, lack of commitment, and the pain she caused. She is thankful for her husband's steadfastness, attributing it to divine love, and resolves to appreciate him more in the future.
For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39 It's Valentine's Day, so love is... Continue Reading →
Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. 1 Corinthians 13:7 Love. It's a word we have come to use so casually in our society. We say "I love chicken." "I love this outfit." "I love my job." It is also a word we decide we no longer feel. "I fell... Continue Reading →
The passage from 1 Corinthians 14:1 urges pursuit of love and earnest desire for spiritual gifts, emphasizing the need for balance. Author Bill Johnson's commentary highlights the equal importance of character and gifts. Pursuing love involves actively seeking to embody God's character, while desiring gifts entails longing for and requesting them from God.
Restoring Voice 