Please Don’t Wait! Genesis 7:16 (NIV)
The stores were filled with folks buying products in fear of the storm. They wanted to be prepared. According to the forecast, it was expected to dump several inches of snow. Church services were canceled and people had been asked to stay off the road for their safety. In Noah’s day, he warned the people […]
Trust When You Don’t See God’s Plan
While preparing for my daughter to move back from out of state, I am reminded that God knows the best path. I keep thinking that even if she decides to wait awhile, the reorganization is still needed. I can always rid myself of unneeded items. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean […]
For Certain-Ephesians 1:13 (NIV)
How do I deal with uncertainty? I had a heart test yesterday. I have never had this test before. I wondered what it would be like and what the outcome would be. It is not the same for eternity. Since I have given Jesus my heart, I am following His Word. I do not have […]
Unconditional Love- Romans 5:8 (NIV)
I have found that love isn’t always returned. If I truly love someone, I love not expecting anything in return. I am practicing. God loved me before I even knew Him. He kept loving me even though I showed Him no reason to. I was gulfed in sin and rebellion. It was His great mercy […]
With Me Always-Matthew 28:20 para- (NIV)
When I miss the mark, fall short and entirely mess up, I know God still loves me. I know when I have done my very best, He will encourage me. God is still with me even when I don’t understand. He will never walk away. Others may leave me, but He will not. And surely, […]
God Brings Life- John 10:10 (NIV)
Attacks come from everywhere. I can see some attacks when they come, but being attacked in my sleep is not one of them. It is a tactic of the enemy. The devil knows my weaknesses and if he can’t get me in one area, he will use another. He does not care. His aim is […]
No, to Revenge! I Thessalonians 5:19 (NIV)
When Joseph went to check on his brothers, he was not greeted kindly. Instead, his brothers sold him into slavery. (Genesis 37:26-28) They were jealous of him. I am not always greeted with respect. Sometimes, I am not treated kindly, but God has the final word. I must endure and not take vengeance. Make sure […]
Fellowship With Believers- Psalm 133:1 (KJV)
Who likes going to the dentist? I can’t say that I enjoy it at all. I took my mother to her appointment yesterday and was there for two hours. It was a busy office and they were behind schedule. All in all, it was a great day. We shared lunch together at Apple Bees, talking […]
Comfort-Matthew 5:4 (KJV)
I was comforted while meeting with a close friend. We shared our hurts and concerns and sins. We cried, confessed and laughed. It was good. Blessed are they that mourn, for they will be comforted. (Matthew 5:4 KJV)
Do Not Be Discouraged! Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
Making new habits, and changing old habits, takes time. I am trying to get rid of some bad eating habits. These habits have caused health problems. I am taking baby steps because I know, from the past, if I cut out everything, it will not stick. I will give up. I know that God will […]