Tag Archives: Seve
As The New Year Begins, Take Time to REST!
The venerable preacher, Vance Havner, used to look over the top of his glasses and say to his congregation, "If you don't come apart, you will come apart." While not all stress is bad for us, too much of it
God is planning the very best for you!
Some time ago, I was told a story by an acquaintance about a little girl who loved fashion, and in particular, jewelry. One afternoon, she and her mother were at the mall; as they stood at the checkout line at
Get a fresh start! Pray like Elijah!
Elijah was as human as we are, and yet when he prayed earnestly that no rain would fall, none fell for three and a half years!Then, when he prayed again, the sky sent down rain and the earth began to
Did you know Your prayers matter to God?
Do you ever wonder what is the point of praying? Have you ever thought that just maybe things were going to get better for you when all of a sudden you have to deal with something or someone that sets
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
Tired of problems?God wants you to Pray for a turnaround!
An 85-year-old woman, all alone in a convent, got trapped inside an elevator for 4 nights and 3 days. Fortunately, she had a jar of water, some celery sticks, and a few cough drops. After she tried unsuccessfully to open
Sometimes, being at the Bottom can be A Blessing!
Hitting rock bottom has taught me a lot. Life situations like having to scratch together money for a coffee or to buy gas to get to work was less than memorable. The sadness over the loss of a loved one,
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 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
Experience Freshness in YOUR Prayer Life with God – Pray The Psalms!
Making the Psalms a consistent part of our time studying the Bible is enriching and important. The Psalms are meant to be sung and prayed, but so often we just read through them on our own for words of encouragement.
Weary From Spiritual Warfare? Expect A TurnAround!
Dear intercessors, Spiritual warfare is part of the Christian life. Psalm 144:1 says, "Praise be to the Lord, my Rock. Who trains my hands for war, my fingers for battle." Exodus 15:3 says, "The Lord is a mighty warrior; the
Hard Pressed? Tired? Need Miracles? Release Impossibilities!
When you face an impossibility, leave it in the hands of the Specialist! Refuse to calculate. Refuse to doubt. Refuse to work it out by yourself. Refuse to worry or encourage others to worry. Stand against that. Instead, say, "Lord,
Need help? Call on God,He Will Answer You!
When you call unto God, you are crying out to Him for help,instructions or directions. He has promised in His Word “before they call, I will answer; while they are still speaking, I will hear”. Isaiah 65:24. The bible tells
If You Feel Stuck, Here’s Help For you!
We've all been stuck in life, but here is what you need to do to become free. Feeling stuck is incredibly frustrating. You feel blah, depressed and out-of-sorts. We all go through this at times in our lives. You’re bored
