Not Until You Ask!

May you hear the humble and earnest requests from me and your people Israel when we pray toward this place. Yes, hear us from heaven where you live, and when you hear, forgive.                2 Chronicles 6:21 NLT  This was part of Solomon's prayer when they were dedicating the temple. Solomon recognized that the temple … Continue reading Not Until You Ask!

Confidence in God

And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for. 1 John 5:14-15 NLT  It's so encouraging to know that God hears our prayers. Sometimes, … Continue reading Confidence in God

Promises from a Faithful God

When you live in uncertain times, you need to have a place to find help and strength. Everyday seems to unleash new problems and new struggles. You look to those you respect to for support, but they need support for themselves. You look to the leaders of the land and although they are trying their … Continue reading Promises from a Faithful God

God’s Perfect Plan

“And in the midst of everything be always giving thanks, for this is God’s perfect plan for you in Christ Jesus.”   1 Thessalonians 5:18 TPT This is a powerful word from a mighty man of God. On the service it appears easy. After all, we all love to give thanks for the good things that come our … Continue reading God’s Perfect Plan

Put God First

In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your efforts with success.              Proverbs 3:6 TLB The previous verse says to trust God and don’t depend on what you feel or see. There is a reward when you put God first. Now that is not as easy as it appears … Continue reading Put God First

God Cares For You!

A few days ago, I was sitting in the backyard and I saw some birds at play. They were flying back and forth, chirping and having a good time. The issues in our world didn’t bother them or make them sad. They flew from place to place, pecking here and pecking there. Then one bird … Continue reading God Cares For You!

Blessed by God

Take delight in the Lord and he will give you your heart’s desires. Psalms 37:4 NLT David says to take delight in the Lord.  When you delight in something or someone it brings great joy to your heart. You are happy in the presence of that person. Psalm 1:2 says, “But they delight in the law … Continue reading Blessed by God

Make A Change

Wash yourselves and be clean!  Get your sins out of my sight. Give up your evil ways. Isaiah 1:16 NLT The book of Isaiah begins with God’s displeasure concerning His people. He recalls all the things His people have done that are evil in His sight. He rejected their efforts and their offerings. Verse 15 … Continue reading Make A Change

God in the Crisis

In every life there are guidelines to follow. This principle is true from the palace to the homeless shelter. If you want to get a driver’s license, the first step is to get the study guide. The guide tells you the rules so that you can be safe on the road. It tells you what … Continue reading God in the Crisis