Victory—A Given “The Lord is my light and my salvation— so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? When evil people come to devour me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me,...
Just A Little More Grace “Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love.” Ephesians 4:2 NLT Sometimes we allow petty things to get in the way and keep us from displaying the love of Christ. At other times we quickly lose patience with...
Walking Circumspectly and In Purpose “So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly but understand what the Lord wants you to do.” Ephesians 5:15-17 NLT Sometimes we forget that our purpose on this earth is...
Let It Rain! “Hear me, Lord, and have mercy on me. Help me, O Lord.” You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy,”. Psalms 30:10-11 NLT As the songwriter proclaims, “Turn it around, open the windows of heaven, pour out a blessing we...
Just Stand Good timber does not grow with ease, the stronger the breeze, the stronger the trees – Unknown Truth be told, I don’t mind if life is easy…if the wind blows my way all the time. However, we know that challenges test our endurance and mature our faith. And because life isn’t a box of...
Fully Rely on God (FROG) “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will remain secure and rest in the shadow of the Almighty [whose power no enemy can withstand]. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust [with great confidence, and...
Waiting…An Art, Not a Science “Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!” Psalms 27:14 NKJV Remember, our timing is not God’s timing. And though it may seem as if we’re at the end of the road, keep holding on. It’s when we’re...
No Righteousness of My Own “Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For His sake I have discarded everything else [my pedigree, education, status, goods], counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ and become one with Him. I no longer count...
Spectacular Under Pressure “A diamond…it was once nothing special, but with enough pressure and time, becomes spectacular.” ~ Solange Nicole “But he knows where I am going. And when He tests me, I will come out as pure as gold.” Job 23:10 NLT Although not always pleasant, pressure is needed to build strength and endurance, as...
Cast and Leave “Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.” Psalms 55:22 NLT Easier said than done sometimes but there’s truth in the Word that implores us to leave our burdens with God—to free our minds and trust Him...
