Let this hope burst forth within you, releasing a continual joy. Don’t give up in a time of trouble, but commune with God at all times. Romans 12:12 TPT One thing in life that does not discriminate is trouble. It walks into every life. He has a vast number of family members and they make themselves … Continue reading Hope Brings Joy
Category: personal growth
When Life Hurts
When I heard this, I sat down and wept. In fact, for days I mourned, fasted, and prayed to the God of heaven. Nehemiah 1:4 NLT Some people are passionate about the things that concern their lives. Nehemiah was one of those people. He was very concerned about what was happening at home. He was … Continue reading When Life Hurts
Look and Wait
Therefore I will look to the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation; My God will hear me. Micah 7:7 NLT Micah was a prophet in Israel and he was concerned about the nation. He was sad when he looked at what was happening in and around him. The people chose to do that … Continue reading Look and Wait
Let It Go
As you continue focusing on the change you want from God in Lent, I believe you need to contemplate and decide the change you want to see in your life as you shift the focus from you to God. The focus here is not to improve yourself but to improve your relationship with God. Fasting … Continue reading Let It Go
The All Sufficient God
When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, “I am El-Shaddai—‘God Almighty.’ Serve me faithfully and live a blameless life. Genesis 17:1 NLT The people you meet have the opportunity to influence your life. That influence can be either positive or negative. Children can be influenced by their teachers; both at the … Continue reading The All Sufficient God
Don’t Get Even: Pray
“But to you who are willing to listen, I say, love your enemies! Do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you. Luke 6:27-28 TPT Most people will tell you that they love God. They send you picture quotes and post little tidbits on Social Media so … Continue reading Don’t Get Even: Pray
Make the Right Choice
He did what was pleasing in the Lord’s sight and followed the example of his ancestor David. He did not turn away from doing what was right. 2 Kings 22:3 NKJV This words were talking about eight year old Josiah when he became king in Jerusalem. I’m quite sure his actions shocked everyone because his father … Continue reading Make the Right Choice
Rejoice In The Lord
There are times that life can be difficult. Difficult times can come to anyone and at any time. It is not limited to people who are struggling or those of low estate. People who are affluent, have their problems also. The difference is the kind of problem people face. When your funds are limited, then … Continue reading Rejoice In The Lord
Agree With God
Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so? Amos 3:3 NIV When friends are traveling with the same destination in mind, they make plans to travel together. They would work on the dates together; select their accommodations together; make their travel arrangements together because they made a decision to travel together. Most … Continue reading Agree With God
Submit and Resist
Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. James 4:7 NKJV In the world today, there are some things that people just don't like to do. Submission is one of those things. Children hate it; adults hate it; employees hate it and yes, even people of faith at times, hate … Continue reading Submit and Resist
Victory Walk 