I’ve been attending a conference the last few days, and yesterday one of the keynote speakers asked us a question. It’s not a “frilly” one. It’s not a simple one. It is something that ought to make us pause…it sure did me. Yet, it’s not a new question either. In[…]
Talking about “them”
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.” Ephesians 4:29 In 3rd grade, I got caught in a costly playground mishap. I was with my buddies, and[…]
A good word…on peace
In my morning quiet time, this passage was shared as a deep reminder of heart of Jesus during times of uncertainty. I think it works for us in our 40 days of prayer. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world give do[…]
Wisdom from above…
“But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows now favoritism and is always sincere. And those who are peacemakers will[…]
40 Days
Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land. – 2 Chronicles 7:14 Do you have a life soundtrack? I[…]
Immersed in His Presence…confusion at Ascension
“Jesus is talking about waiting until they are immersed in God’s presence, which will be Jesus’ presence in their lives, so that they will be able to continue what he had begun in them; they are asking when the real action is going to begin so they can take charge[…]
Psalm of the Storm
I know a lot of folks who seem to be in the midst of storms right now. Be it work related, health related, personal relationships, or some other storm, this psalm is for you. I hope and pray it gives you a peace that it has given me. This storm[…]
Loyal Love – Psalm 107
“Oh, thank GOD —he’s so good! His love never runs out. All of you set free by GOD, tell the world! Tell how he freed you from oppression, then rounded you up from all over the place, from the four winds, from the seven seas. Some of you wandered for[…]
“In the Pit” – Psalm 40 (88 and 22)
I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along. He has[…]