“Our Father which art in heaven, we thy children are often troubled in mind, hearing within us at once the affirmations of faith and the accusations of conscience. We are sure that there is in us nothing that could attract the love of One as holy and as just as Thou art. Yet Thou hast […]
God’s loyal love couldn’t have run out, his merciful love couldn’t have dried up. They’re created new every morning. How great your faithfulness! I’m sticking with God (I say it over and over). He’s all I’ve got left. Lamentations 3:22-24 (MSG) There is nothing you can do to escape the love your Father has for […]
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John 1:5 Yesterday was a very special day in our city. 26,000 people from all over the world ran to remember the 168 people lost, hundreds of survivors, and the countless number of people forever changed by the April 19, 1995 bombing […]
It Is Well – written by Horacio Spafford in 1873 Read the story behind this iconic hymn here. “When peace like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say It is well, it is well, with my soul It is well With my […]
“fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart” Hebrews […]
“But it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.” 2 Timothy 1:10 “A motto I have adopted in my life is “run toward the roar.” We need to live knowing God will use our pain […]
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. Luke 23:34 While on the cross, suffering for the sins of the world — Jesus prays for the men who murdered Him. This scripture reveals to us the heart of our Savior. […]
“Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Luke 23:42 This week we celebrate Jesus’ victory over death. From Palm Sunday to Passover to Good Friday, we celebrate and remember the greatest gift ever given – life eternal. The words in this verse were spoken by one of the criminals crucified […]
“Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth.” Colossians 3:2 I was recently slapped in the face with my earthly perspective. A friend asked if I would donate some specific clothes to a family in need. This is something that I would generally do without even thinking, but […]
Your God is present among you, a strong Warrior there to save you. Happy to have you back, he’ll calm you with his love and delight you with his songs. Zephaniah 3:17 (MSG) The Lord never leaves you, sings over you and goes to war for you. Everyday our God is warring against the enemy […]