“Gratitude produces deep, abiding joy because we know that God is working in us, even through difficulties.” Charles Stanley.Nehemiah 8:10 NLTAnd Nehemiah continued, “Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t … Continue reading Walking in Joy
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Don’t Walk in Fear: Trust God
“The key is to learn to trust God, no matter what our fears are. And we can trust Him, because He loves us, and He is greater than anything we’ll ever face.” Billy Graham.John 14:27 NLT“I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the … Continue reading Don’t Walk in Fear: Trust God
Don’t Run Away from God!
Why don't you turn turn turn around why do you roam Can't you see God the Father waits to welcome you home You were never meant to walk the path you've trod How long will you run away...a fugitive from God. (Song: Fugitive from God) Psalm 139:7-10 NLT I can never escape from your … Continue reading Don’t Run Away from God!
Strength through Adversity
"Adversity is not simply a tool. It is God's most effective tool for the advancement of our spiritual lives. The circumstances and events that we see as setbacks are oftentimes the very things that launch us into periods of intense spiritual growth. Once we begin to understand this, and accept it as a spiritual fact … Continue reading Strength through Adversity
Growth God’s Way!
Every day, everybody engages in actions that provide either a benefit or a consequence. We would prefer that our actions produce positive results because, we believe, the other option is not beneficial. Those experiences that produce pain and heartbreak, we want to send them across town or better yet to another country. But God sees … Continue reading Growth God’s Way!
Praying for the Nation
The secret strength of a nation is found in the faith that abides in the hearts and homes of the country. - Billy GrahammProverbs 29:2 NLTWhen the godly are in authority, the people rejoice. But when the wicked are in power, they groan.2 Chronicles 7:14 NLTThen if my people who are called by my name … Continue reading Praying for the Nation
The Problem of Prayerlessness
Alvin Reid said, "Prayer is intimacy with God that leads to the fulfillment of His purposes.” However, “Prayerlessness is our declaration of independence from God.” Daniel Henderson. Deuteronomy 32:17-18 NLT They offered sacrifices to demons, which are not God, to gods they had not known before, to new gods only recently arrived, to gods their … Continue reading The Problem of Prayerlessness
Renewal of the Mind
“As the foundation of faith is being undermined and the walls of truth broken down, God is calling all His children to refocus on the essentials.” - Taj Pacleb Romans 12:2 NLT Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you … Continue reading Renewal of the Mind
Christ: Our Good Shepherd!
It takes some of us a lifetime to learn that Christ, our Good Shepherd, knows exactly what He is doing with us. He understands us perfectly. W. Phillip Keller John 10:11 AMP I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down His [own] life for the sheep. 1 Peter 2:9 NLT But you are not like that, … Continue reading Christ: Our Good Shepherd!
Just Trust God
“Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.” Corrie Ten BoomPsalm 118:8 NKJVIt is better to trust in the LordThan to put confidence in man.Psalm 112:7 NLTThey do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.Psalm 46:10 NLT“Be still, and know that I am God! I … Continue reading Just Trust God
Victory Walk 