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If You’ve gotten tired…Relax, Pray and trust God to Help!
David, weary and discouraged, had travelled by foot to escape Absolom, a murderous traitor, who most sadly happened to be his very own son. Had Absolom caught up with David while in this state, David’s life would have certainly been
What if your prayers prompt your turnarounds?
When you pray to God, you are requesting something earnestly from Him and praising Him at the same time for all He has done for you. Prayer is a supplication or an entreaty to God, and it is a connection
If things have been terrible, expect Seasons of Hope!
It’s the time of year when nature inspires a sense of awe in us. As leaves die, they give forth one final burst of color brighter than the paint on an artist’s palette. The sky takes on an unusually crisp
You have A New Day, God wants you to enjoy it!
“This is the day that the Lord has made;let us rejoice and be glad in it.”-Psalm 118:24 - We all know that Bible verse even if we don’t know that it is from The Book of Psalms. There even is
If Your Life seem to be dragging, Seek God For Joy!
Are you a person who gives up easy when things do not go right? Does your life seem to be a dull routine drenched in boredom, and apathy? Does Time seem like it is dragging or working against you? If
If You’re Asking God For Anything, Are You Using What He Gave You?
I was walking on the gravel road near our home this morning with our dog, Rhema, and I was praying Ephesians 1 and 3 as I do daily. First I pray it over myself; like an oxygen mask, I put
Want To Improve Your Life and Heavy Burdens? Memorize Scripture!
I know of no other single practice in the Christian life that's more rewarding, practically speaking, than memorizing Scripture. That's right. No other single discipline is more useful and rewarding than this. No other single exercise pays greater spiritual dividends!
What’s Next For You This Month?
Depending upon where you are in the world, We are in the month of February! Consider where have you been, where are you now, and where are you going. Where is Jesus in each of these? How has redemption
Bored? Tired? 4 Tips for Better Quiet Time With God!
The perfect quiet time— what should it look like? Should we have a special tree in the shade outside where we can watch the sun rise? Should it be an old wooden bench by the waterfront? Does it need to
God is Speaking To You…Do You Hear Him?
When I was in my 20s I was praying about whether I should enroll in graduate school. Then one morning in my devotional time I came to Psalm 32:8 and it seemed to be flashing like a neon sign. It
Make it easy on YOURSELF as YOU Seek God!Be Grateful!
Holidays are meant to be joyful. Our expectations tend toward picture-perfect, Facebook-worthy moments. The reality behind all the fluffed-up posts is often a lack-luster day, yielding strife and complaining instead of love and blessing.......
Is Your Life Prodding You To Create A War Room?
Have you ever seen the movie, “War Room?” I have to start there, because if you don’t, then the title alone may throw you for a loop! Well, if you don’t know, your “War Room” is really your prayer closet.
Need To Be Reminded of God’s Goodness? Time to write a Done-It List!
When was the last time you felt truly thankful? Maybe you're American, and the idea is at least built into your annual calendar. Or perhaps like me, you occasionally stop for long enough to look at the life you've been
As Christmas approaches, let God restore your “joy”!
Barnabus was given the name Son of Encouragement. This man was a source of joy and courage to the early believers, and they needed it. Life was no picnic; their very lives were threatened on a regular basis. Barnabus kept