“Hear, O God, my cry; listen to my prayer!” Psalm 61:2 When the day overwhelms your heart, when you find yourself on your knees in anguish from this world, cry unto the Rock of Ages. Jesus is our stronghold. He is an unmovable force of love and goodness infused by the Holy Spirit into our […]
For Where Your Treasure Is, There Also Will Your Heart Be
“For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” Luke 12:34 The treasure of this mortal world is not the same as those who wait on God, as those who prayerfully move toward eternal life. Wait for the Lord! It is his good pleasure to give you the kingdom. (Luke 12:32) May the […]
I Found Out My Mom Died Two Days Ago And I’m Okay
I Found Out My Mom Died Two Days Ago And I’m Okay Yesterday. Saturday evening. Approximately 8:03pm. I was told my mother had passed two days prior. An unexpected text came: “Hello Patti, is this still a good phone number? This is —– (younger brother). Could you call me? Could you call me please? Or […]
I Command You: Be Firm And Steadfast!
I Command You: Be Firm And Steadfast! “I command you: be firm and steadfast! Do not fear or be dismayed, for the Lord, your God, is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 God is here, now and forever; He is with us eternally. Wherever you find yourself, God goes with you. What an overwhelming […]
In The Mighty Throng I Will Praise You
In The Mighty Throng I Will Praise You “I will give you thanks in the vast assembly, in the mighty throng I will praise you.” Psalms 34:18 Our Father understands our burdens, our sorrows, our brokenness. Run to him with a contrite spirit for comfort, for understanding, for his healing balm of mercy and grace. […]
Let Us Confidently Approach The Throne Of Grace
Let Us Confidently Approach The Throne Of Grace “So let us confidently approach the throne of grace to receive mercy and to find grace for timely help.” Hebrews 4:16 Father, we call to you in our time of need. We come with the boldness of beloved children, knowing your help is swift and full of […]
I Command You: Be Firm And Steadfast!
I Command You: Be Firm And Steadfast! “I command you: be firm and steadfast! Do not fear or be dismayed, for the Lord, your God, is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 God is with us. He is our strength when we are weak. Our joy in sorrow. Our balm in grief. Our wisdom […]
In All Ways Be Mindful Of Him
In All Ways Be Mindful Of Him “In all your ways be mindful of him, and he will make straight your paths.” Proverbs 3:6 To acknowledge God’s goodness speaks to trusting God’s goodness for every step you take. Trust in the Lord. Pray unceasingly to reside in his understanding and his wisdom – not your […]
We Are Being Transformed From Glory To Glory
We Are Being Transformed From Glory To Glory “All of us, gazing with unveiled face on the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, as from the Lord who is the Spirit.” 2 Corinthians 3:18 His mercy is upon us from the moment we accept his Son, […]
God Meant It For Good
God Meant It For Good “Even though you meant harm to me, God meant it for good, to achieve his present end, the survival of many people.” Genesis 50:20 The enemy of God cannot stand against us, for God turns the purpose of evil to be transformed to goodness; his grace prevails unto eternity. Fear […]