Although we are God's unique workmanship we are still in need of redemption. We set out and sail our own way. God went to great lengths to bring us back. Not only did he form us in his image, …
Pathway to Praise: Holy Week
Holy Week, the last week of Jesus' life, began with praise, endured sorrow, and ended with glory. “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Peace in heaven and glory in the …
Ending One Year, Preparing for the Next Year
Ending one year and preparing for the next year with purpose takes thought and prayer. Teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom. Psalm 90:12 NIV Another year will soon be …
What’s the Difference Between Praise and Thanks?
What the difference between praise and thanks? Many times we use them interchangeably in our prayers. Both of the words are nouns and verbs. Each word has a specific objective, yet the words …
Choose Faith and Hope
What do you turn to when you learn of yet another tragedy, be it the force of hurricanes, earthquakes, or tragic massacre of innocent folks? Questions arise in our shock. How can we understand …
Transitions Abound
Transitions abound during this time of year. The summer routine is over as the school year begins. Bedtimes become more regular. Kids are in different classrooms with new teachers. Students …
The Unfolding of Redemption
The week leading up to Easter is often busy with anticipation of celebrating spring, family get-togethers, and egg hunts. As the week unfolds, we live out the plan of our preparations. If we get too …
Wrap God’s Love Around You
Wrap God's love around your heart. Try to grasp how wide and far and deep and high it is, like standing on the ocean shore seeing the infinite sky and water. Find comfort in reading the words of …
Perfect Love, The Gift of Christmas
Perfect love came a a gift through the child in the manger. God gave the purest gift to us, but many do not receive the gift. Who doesn't love to get gifts at Christmas? What is motive for giving …
Redemption In a Manger
Christmas brings the redemption of many things. For one, the boxed Christmas tree is spread out, fluffed and decorated with lights and ornaments. The once smashed tree is transformed into a beautiful …
Great News for today: The Lord Delights in YOU!
With all your imperfections and flaws, you bring a smile to the Lord of the universe. Zephaniah 3:17 gives us a snapshot of God’s nature and depth of his love for us. The Lord your God is with you, …
Humble Thyself: 7 Steps to Resolve Conflict
Whenever two or more are gathered, soon there will be conflict. In today's guest post, Susan K. Stewart shares seven scriptural steps to resolve conflicts. A recent undercurrent of discontent …
Choosing Faith and Hope over Despair
What do you turn to when you learn of yet another tragedy, be it the force of hurricanes, earthquakes, or tragic massacre of innocent folks? Questions arise in our shock. How can we understand …
Refuge in the Storms of Life
Refuge. A safe place where you can breathe a sigh of relief from the storm. A shelter or protection from danger or distress. Often we need protection from the storms we face in daily life, a place …
Three Ways Thankfulness Improves Perspective
A mindset of thankfulness develops a better perspective. Do you need to improve your perspective of your situation? Have you become disillusioned with your relationships or disappointed in your …
Redemption Unfolds for Us
Redemption unfolds in the week leading up to Easter, as does our preparations. We live out the plan of our preparations for family get-togethers or egg hunts. If we get too caught up in these …
What is Your Heart Posture? Draw Near to God Through Forgiveness
Our heart posture matters in how we draw close to God. Psalm 51 shows essential heart postures that can draw us closer to God through receiving His forgiveness. A Needy Heart. Have mercy on …
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Christmas Peace versus Chaos
Everyday situations and people rob us of peace is we let them. A baby in the night cries and the mom wonders if she’ll ever have a silent night again. The caregiver of a terminally ill person wonders …
Fearful? Worried? Embrace God’s Promises
Promises are made through quiet words spoken with fingers crossed behind the back or by statements of conviction sealed with a firm handshake. Which do you prefer? The value of a promise is …
Are You Needing a Shift in Perspective?
Have you ever needed a shift of perspective when a situation doesn't go like you anticipated? I often need such a readjustment in my vision. A disheartening insurance situation had not resolved. I …
