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Life Can Be Hard, But Trust God When You Keep Facing Challenges!
Psalm 20 is a beautiful invocation of God’s blessing and protection. The psalmist, David, learned from personal experience he could trust God completely. On many occasions he called out to God in dire need and God never failed him. Here
Are You In A Spiritual Rut? 6 Ways To Get out!
There are times when, for whatever reason, our devotional life goes stale. Bible reading seems like a colossal chore, our prayers feel tepid and weak, and our love for God ebbs. We feel like we are stuck in a spiritual
Want something better? Meet With God!
God gave you a will to choose Him, and He’s not about to override that will. He gives us invitation towards intimacy, but, like a gentleman, He respects our choices and doesn’t control or insist on anything. Want intimacy with
Tired of Trying? Let God Help You Improve!
Recently, I walked through our church building trying to look at each room with fresh eyes. I had been reminded of how accustomed we get to those settings we view on a regular basis. It’s easy for us to overlook
God Is Working While You’re Waiting on Him!
God wants you to wait patiently for him to answer your prayers, but he also wants you to wait expectantly. God is a worker, He always has been and He always will be...He created the Earth in less than 7
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
Troubled? Unsure? Perplexed? Starting A Prayer Plan May Help!
Prayer is a spiritual journey. Just as a journey from your present location to the other side of the country requires that you have a plan to reach your destination, you need a plan to assist you in your spiritual
Can You Trust God Even Now?
Some Christians seem to be able to trust God no matter what happens. Perhaps you feel like, "I could never have that kind of faith." Are you sure about that? Don't be too quick to sell yourself short on matters
Bored? Wake up to God’s wonder!
When life feels boring, you can – and should – do something about it. Don’t let your life shrink down to anything less than the wonderful adventure God intends it to be. By intentionally pursuing awe, you can stay awake
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
Can God touch and guide YOU when YOU pray?
Sometimes life can be filled with many problems and those problems that life forces upon you can oftentimes make you feel not only very tired but fearful. But you don’t have to stay saddled down in the downcast anxious position
As God works to Transform You, Are you Tired and Worn out?
“God gives power to those who are tired and worn out, and he offers strength to the weak.” (Isaiah 40:29) When you believe in Jesus, you get God’s strength for daily living. I used to think this wasn’t a big deal.
Troubled? Spend Time With God!
When my dad was fighting in the South Pacific during WWII, my mom would quite uncharacteristically lift her hands to Heaven, pleading for God’s protection over her beloved fiance’. Her prayers held back the forces of the enemy that were
A Labor Day Prayer for YOU!
Father, I come before you thankful that you have made work a part of life and given me the opportunity to glorify you in my work. Thank you that I can work hard and go to bed tired each day.