Category Archives: God
Ask Then Trust..
God does not mock us with the things He includes in His Word. He isn't in the business of making His people squirm under some unrealistic expectation that they can never attain—something that is totally unique to one person but
Choose The Right Key!
With a new season making an appearance, I wanted to take inventory of lawn chairs and garden supplies. I fumbled with the lock on my shed, using a key I thought would work. Not so. I tried a second key.
Rest and Power for the Weary
Everywhere I turn, I talk to people in healthcare, teaching, and ministry who are at the end of their rope. They're exhausted, disillusioned, and frustrated. They are not sure they can continue doing what they have been doing, even though
What to Do When Worry Gets the Best of You!
One of my friends sent me a text upon learning her husband was diagnosed with colon cancer. I was surprised—yet encouraged—by her reaction. "God's got this," she said confidently. I want that type of unswerving trust in the One who
Remember, God doesn’t Want YOU to Worry!
One evening Our friend Rick came by all sad and depressed. We took him to our park to show him how carefree the animals were. When we got to the park we saw that Ducks swam happily, birds
Is “Yours” A trust problem too?
I have a confession to make–sometimes trusting God is a challenge. Last week, I was stressing about our finances. But here’s the thing–we have money to pay all of our bills. We have a roof over our head, two nearly-new vehicles to
Hang in there! You’ll make it with God’s HELP!
Ever experienced a devastating disappointment that left you questioning everything you thought you knew? If so, you are in good company. As much as I would love to say my life has played out like a storybook fairy tale, I
Maybe it hasn’t happened yet, Cause God wants to exceed YOUR expectations!
We all have things that we’re believing for: dreams to come to pass, problems to turn around. We’d be happy if they worked out our way, but sometimes what we have in mind is not God’s best; we often think
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!
If You’ve gotten tired again…Reach For 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
Maybe God wants More Than Letter-Reading!
The president of his own company employing several hundred workers was preparing for an extended business trip. Before leaving he sat down and wrote a lengthy letter, detailing projects he wanted accomplished in his absence, clients he wanted contacted,
Trust That God Really Does Have A Plan!
Have you wondered what God is doing? There are days life becomes so complicated and challenging that one can wonder where God is in all the chaos. Most of the news is about threats, conflicts, and disasters. Floods, fires, and
Don’t give up! Trust God for a plan for your problems!
Do you ever feel like the trials in your life are testing your faith? I can relate. Sometimes our trials include our marriage, friendships, relatives, jobs, finances, children, or our health. Although having trials in our lives is unavoidable, there
Tired? Spend More time with God! Get Refreshed!
Psalm 37:4 says, “Delight yourself also in the LORD and He shall give you the desires of your heart.” Since it is human nature to battle against self-worship, we are tempted to focus on the latter half of this verse which
