So I sent messengers to them, saying, “I am doing a great work, so that I cannot come down. Why should the work cease while I leave it and go down to you?” Nehemiah 6:3 NKJV In ancient times, a wall was necessary for the protection of the city. When the wall was in place, … Continue reading Ignore the Distraction
Category: trust
When the Unthinkable Happens
Job stood up and tore his robe in grief. Then he shaved his head and fell to the ground to worship. He said, “I came naked from my mother’s womb, and I will be naked when I leave. The Lord gave me what I had, and the Lord has taken it away. Praise the name … Continue reading When the Unthinkable Happens
His Presence Makes the Difference
Even though I walk through the dark valley of death, because you are with me, I fear no harm. Your rod and your staff give me courage. Psalm 23:4 GW There are many people in your life that you only see when life is good. When you experience a hardship or some difficult times, they are missing … Continue reading His Presence Makes the Difference
Not Alone
Do not tremble; do not be afraid. Did I not proclaim my purposes for you long ago? You are my witnesses—is there any other God? No! There is no other Rock—not one!” Isaiah 44:8 NLT What an encouraging and reassuring word; they seem to be written for these uncertain times. We try to make sense … Continue reading Not Alone
Declare Me Righteous
When I was a child, there were some things that children told each other on the playground. When a child was hurt by the unkind words of a classmate, we would often hear this quote, "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never harm me" It’s a great quote but a big … Continue reading Declare Me Righteous
Boast In Your God!
Some find their strength in their weapons and wisdom, but my miracle deliverance can never be won by men. Our boast is in the Lord our God, who makes us strong and gives us victory! Psalms 20:7 TPT People use things in their everyday life to make comparisons. When David wrote this, he spoke about … Continue reading Boast In Your God!
Trust the Lord Completely
If you want favor with both God and man, and a reputation for good judgment and common sense, then trust the Lord completely; don’t ever trust yourself. Proverbs 3:4-5 TLB When I read these two verses, two words stood out to me: if and then. I always pay close attention in the scriptures when I … Continue reading Trust the Lord Completely
Crushed by Pain
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. Psalm 34:18 NLT The heart can be broken, not literally but figuratively. The heart can experience such sorrow and grief, that at times life itself can become a burden. But in those moments, the Bible tells us that the Lord is … Continue reading Crushed by Pain
Fear God
But because the midwives feared God, they refused to obey the king’s orders. They allowed the boys to live, too. Exodus 1:17 NLT Wow! These midwives feared God. He was not the god of the Egyptians, He was the God of the enslaved population. The fear that is referred to here is not afraid of, … Continue reading Fear God
Victory Through Faith
For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. 1 John 5:4 NLT Everyone I know wants victory in their lives. That desire does not begin when you become an adult, it begins when you are baby. The baby is working to be victorious at holding the … Continue reading Victory Through Faith
