And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap a harvest of righteousness. James 3:18 What type of harvest are you planting? Sometimes I personally can get so wrapped up in my own opinions, views and selfish desires that I forget that as a follower of Christ, I am to pursue peace […]
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 hard-to-work-with coworker or […]
On the mountains I will bow my life to the One who set me there In the valley I will lift my eyes to the One who sees me there When I’m standing on the mountain I didn’t get there on my own When I’m walking through the valley I know I am not alone […]
Behold, I will do a new thing, Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness And rivers in the desert. Isaiah 43:19 At the beginning of 2017, God gave Jermelle and I Isaiah 43:19 as our verse for the year. We posted it in […]
Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ Matthew 22:37-39 Jesus made it clear when asked, “which is the greatest commandment.” The pharisees were […]
Are not five sparrows sold for two copper coins? Yet not one of them has [ever] been forgotten in the presence of God. Indeed the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not be afraid; you are far more valuable than many sparrows. Luke 12:6-7 (AMP) You matter to God. He knows everything […]
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 I generally try to hide my weaknesses. If I am not good at something, […]
If your heart is broken, you’ll find God right there; if you’re kicked in the gut, he’ll help you catch your breath. Psalm 34:18 Even when we don’t “feel” like He is near, we have to cling to God’s promises. Feelings are based on circumstances, God’s promises are based on Truth. His promises never change. […]
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 […]
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 […]