The Law commands us to love God with all our heart. That law required Abraham to offer his son, and Judah to return from exile— not because those acts were written in specific commandments, but because love for God requires obedience to whatever He commands. In this way, we are bound to obey God the … Continue reading Loving God Demands Obedience
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Prayer Brings Change!
We live in a fast-paced, stress-filled society, and childhood stress is now recognized as a serious health concern. Common stressors for children include academic pressure, too much screen time, financial instability, and less unstructured outdoor play. When I think about my childhood, I remember wanting to do well in school, but I did not face … Continue reading Prayer Brings Change!
Your Good Deeds Honors God
"Do all the good you can, for all the people you can, in all the ways you can, as long as you can" John Wesley. Matthew 5:16 AMP Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good deeds and moral excellence, and [recognize and honor and] glorify your Father who is in … Continue reading Your Good Deeds Honors God
When God Says No!
Today, I was rereading one of my journals and I read about an experience that I forgot. Back then, I was preparing to set out on a journey, believing I was moving along the correct path. I felt confident about reaching my destination, but the Holy Spirit reminded me: “Be anxious for nothing.” What do … Continue reading When God Says No!
Meet Your New Day with Confidence!
My favorite scripture for a new day is: "This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it." (Psalms 118:24 NLT). Every day is a new opportunity to experience the goodness of God. It's true that certain days feel tough as we move through different phases of life; however, … Continue reading Meet Your New Day with Confidence!
Trust God’s Faithfulness
“God’s faithfulness means that God will always do what He has said and fulfill what He has promised.” Wayne Grudem. Psalm 34:17 AMP When the righteous cry [for help], the Lord hearsAnd rescues them from all their distress and troubles. Psalm 91:4-6 NLT He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor … Continue reading Trust God’s Faithfulness
God’s Provision: Amazing!
It is the desire of every child of God to do remarkable things for God. When we read the pages of scriptures or the biographies of dynamic servants of God, we want to do remarkable things too. I wonder if we ever think about what that would mean in our lives. There is something in … Continue reading God’s Provision: Amazing!
Experience God’s Shalom Peace!
We live in a world where our choices impact our lives. We can choose to live for God and that choice impacts our life and produces a favorable outcome. We can also make negative choices and receive the reward of those negative choices. The best decision anyone can make is the decision to follow Jesus. … Continue reading Experience God’s Shalom Peace!
Ordered by God
Have you ever met someone, and you believe that you were in the right place at the right time? Many believe this, but God guides us to where we need to be, when He chooses. In John 4, Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman at the well. She was not an upstanding citizen and the … Continue reading Ordered by God
God Desires Obedience
There are times in life when we want to do as we please. We want to chart our own course and determine our destiny. Children gain independence from their parents and take that desire for independence into other areas of their lives; some even take that attitude into their relationship with God. One day, God … Continue reading God Desires Obedience
