“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” Psalm 139:23-24 (NIV) Have you ever asked God to show you the things that aren’t pleasing to Him? It sounds easy until He tells you […]
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 Do you ever feel like your prayer requests out number your praise reports? Sometimes I find myself sending requests up to the Lord throughout the day but when it comes to listing […]
You call out to God for help and he helps—he’s a good Father that way. But don’t forget, he’s also a responsible Father, and won’t let you get by with sloppy living. 1 Peter 1:17 (MSG) We have the freedom to call out to God with confidence fully knowing He hears us. Sometimes, we are […]
Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. Colossians 3:14-15 After my mom passed away, so many people told me that she always made them feel like they were her best friend. Her love for people is what set her apart. It’s probably why she had standing room only […]
“For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 3:11 I absolutely LOVE how Facebook highlights memories posted “on this day” from years back. Yesterday, I was reminded of a very special day when I took a trip to Pisa, Italy with a group of strangers […]
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesians 6:12 Sometimes it feels like we are being attacked at all angles. It’s easy to blame the negative coworker or […]
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:33-34 The enemy seriously doesn’t take a day off. He’s out to steal, kill and […]
Does anyone want to live a life that is long and prosperous? Then keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies! Turn away from evil and do good. Search for peace, and work to maintain it. Psalm 34:12-14 (NLT) I don’t know about you but this scripture hit my heart (and […]
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) Taking a chance on something can be intimidating. Is there a situation or opportunity you’ve been putting off because it’s out of your comfort zone? […]
“You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise… You shall write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.” Deuteronomy 6:7,9 It’s been said that […]