So we could seek after God, and not just grope around in the dark but actually find him. He doesn’t play hide-and-seek with us. He’s not remote; he’s near. 28 We live and move in him, can’t get away from him! Acts 17:27-28, MSB Stay focused and faithful
Open Hands He who wants anything from God must approach Him with empty hands – Robert C. Cunningham There is something about decluttering/ clearing your life of its many distractions. It not only frees you to see and move forward in ways you couldn’t before, but more importantly, allows God’s Word to take root….fall on fertile...
Go with the flow of change. It may feel awkward in the beginning, but you will get used to the changes, and they will become part of your existence on a different level. The more you set your heart on spiritual things instead of natural things, the better off you will be. Keep your priorities...
Courage to Go Never forget that only dead fish swim with the stream – Malcom Muggeridge Dare to be different from the crowd—to challenge the status quo and to trust God to lead you, no matter how ill-prepared you may feel. Your assignment is special and while it may be lonely at times, know that...
Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. 7 Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of...
This time of self-evaluation is not for the purpose of condemnation or shame. It is for the purpose of growth and spiritual development. There are things you must give up in order to move forward and things that you must forgive or receive forgiveness for. Elevation is the goal for you and those around you...
Let Go of the Reigns On every level of life…hurry and impatience are sure marks of an amateur – Evelyn Underhill Funny, we’re all in such a hurry these days. Our lives are like a conveyor belt— we tend to move at a fast pace, continuing to add/take on the next thing without ever stopping...
Don’t be obsessed with getting more material things. Be relaxed with what you have. Since God assured us, “I’ll never let you down, never walk off and leave you,” 6 we can boldly quote, God is there, ready to help; I’m fearless no matter what. Who or what can get to me? Heb 13:5-6, MSB Stay encouraged and encouraging!
The Undeniable Comfort of Peace If we do not have quiet in our minds, outward comfort will do no more for us than a golden slipper on a gouty foot – John Bunyan When your heart and mind are clear and at peace, the comforts of life, while welcomed, are much sweeter but are not...
Sometimes it feels like you are the only one who is doing good and that the world around you is out of control evil. But, I say to you that it does not matter what others are thinking, saying, or doing. You are not responsible for anyone but yourself. Your greatest asset in life is...
