Remember when the disciples were on the Sea of Galilee and a storm struck? (Read Matthew 14.) The wind and waves began in the evening and continued all night long. Meanwhile, Jesus was on a mountaintop praying, far away from
We all experience times in our lives when things seem hopeless. Sometimes it is hard to believe that God is there when we feel overwhelmed and alone. These are the times when we face a fork in the road. We
Scripture: For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes (1 Corinthians 11:26 — Underline added for emphasis.). Reflection: “Mom, how many days until Christmas?” As little boys, my
Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. (Luke 1:30) For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him. (2 Chron. 6:9) Because Mary looked
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. That is
The question the Holy Spirit left on my heart after reading this whole chapter was as convicting as it was clear. Jesus had run off most of the enormous crowd that had followed him for several days (John 6:66). Despite
Building intentional community and meaningful relationships are phrases that are drilled into us as Christians. We’re told that they are a vital part of bringing God’s kingdom to earth, and integral to his plan to make all things new. Hit-and-run
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your
Well-known Christian speaker and author Joyce Meyer has found out that people’s minds, mouths, and attitudes are all intricately connected. First we think, then our thoughts become words when we speak. These two things affect our emotions, which then become
How differently might we respond to his call if we truly realized that we are far more precious to him than any son or daughter could be to a loving mommy or daddy? I had already tucked him into bed.
How many of you are waiting upon the Lord to fulfill a promise He has given you? How many of you are waiting for the Lord to bring you into your destiny? How many of you are waiting for a
On January 13, 1982, Air Florida Flight 90 crashed into the Potomac River shortly after takeoff, killing all but five of the 79 people on board. Priscilla Tirado was one of those thrown into the river after the crash. When
Marcus sat in his beat-up sedan, the engine idling roughly, staring at the gray concrete wall of the warehouse where he worked. The clock on his Read More »
Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of old problems that never seem to go away? Maybe you’ve tried different solutions, but nothing Read More »
Today’s guidance is from the beautiful realm of the angels, Your message is to keep moving forward. Sometimes you may get Very tired, because it always Read More »