“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6 This is one of the earliest scriptures I remember memorizing. It has been a life verse for certain. Learning to trust God is... Continue Reading →
The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” So they went away by themselves in a... Continue Reading →
“So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God’s household, Ephesians 2:19 Learning how to be a fellow citizen, a member of the same household is hard. Living with others takes work. Being able to be vulnerable and open with others, letting... Continue Reading →
“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Psalms 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God.” He often whispers those words In the busyness of life To still me before Him. To remind me that it is not... Continue Reading →
It has been a rough year at work, a lot of death has been happening. Some from natural causes, others for reasons of poor life choices. Some young, some old. Some with support around, others alone and seemingly forgotten by the world, other than a paid caregiver. Sometimes I find myself praising God that their... Continue Reading →
I was struck with the attitude in responses I heard in this passage this morning during my quiet time. One day as Jesus was preaching on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, great crowds pressed in on him to listen to the word of God. He noticed two empty boats at the water’s edge,... Continue Reading →
Matthew 26:36-46 tells of Jesus praying in Gethsemane. Although Jesus knew that the journey ahead He would walk alone, Jesus hoped his friends of three years would be with Him to encourage Him and pray for Him. Jesus being fully God knew what He would suffer in the hours ahead, in His fully man body He experienced... Continue Reading →
I remember being told that I was insecure. I was shocked when the words left my pastor's lips. I was sitting there beside my husband in marriage counseling. It was a challenge to this confident appearing lion personality. It took some self-reflection to see it wasn't a judgement on my pastor's part, it was discernment from God... Continue Reading →
Earlier this year I embarked on a health journey. It has been long overdue, but I decided that with the help of God I could make changes and live healthier. I know that my body is the temple of the Holy Spirit and felt like it was time to start honoring Him with my body. I... Continue Reading →
God came to save me, even when I didn't trust in Him. The first was at Calvary where He paid for my sins. For this one I am most grateful, for all trust in Him was born out of His love for me. If I hadn't learned of His love, I probably would not have... Continue Reading →
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