"There is always, always, something to be thankful for." ~ Unknown I’m starting the new year with gratefulness, thanking Jesus for all He has encouraged me through in this last year. There was a lot of healing for me this past year, and God …
Prayer
What Do We Dare To Ask?
"Won't you be willing to pray ridiculous prayers out of ridiculous faith"~ Pamela Crim (Big Life Devotional) I've heard it preached, by reputable pastors, that we ought not bother God with petty prayer requests like "Oh Lord what should I cook for …
My “Run To Him” Bible Verses When Life Is Hard
"Trouble is one of God's great servants because it reminds us how much we continually need the Lord." ~Jim Cymbala I don't know how you react when a crisis hits, but my first reaction to difficult times is to panic! When I'm faced with uncomfortable …
How To Strengthen Your Marriage Before Meeting Your Spouse
"I'm not searching for my other half, because I'm not a half." ~ Unknown When David broke up with Betsy, she was stunned. In her mind, they were so happy together, laughing, sharing their dreams and visions, and just enjoying getting to know one …
Breaking The Cycle Of Shame
"Look under anger, fear, even guilt, and you will find a root of shame. People are dying from it-some quickly, others slowly. It is the heart disease of this and every era."- Edward T. Welch (author of Shame Interrupted) I can still remember the …
A New Years Prayer To The God Of Miracles
On this eve of a new year starting, I find myself thinking about miracles, again. Lately, the Lord keeps highlighting the words "miracle" and "wonder" to me. This morning, on the last day of 2017, I was led to Psalm 77. You are the God of miracles …