Who is the person who fears the Lord? He will instruct him in the way he should choose. (Psalm 25:12 NASB) Abba, I’m struggling against some fears in some specific areas. You said to cast everything on to you because you care for us. So I’m actively casting. Yes, Child. ThatContinue Reading
You will keep in perfect and constant peace the one whose mind is steadfast [that is, committed and focused on You—in both inclination and character], Because he trusts and takes refuge in You [with hope and confident expectation]. (Isaiah 26:3 AMP) I’ve had at least three ideas for today’s post. Any of them would be worth exploring,Continue Reading
Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12 ESV) Last month, as I was driving, I noticed several cars with missing or malfunctioning lights. Some had a headlight out, others a taillight, and even trailers with lights thatContinue Reading
I thank my God every time I remember you. (Philippians 1:3 NIV) Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth. (Psalm 54:2 NIV) By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me— a prayer to the God of my life. (Psalm 42:8 NIV) God has surely listened andContinue Reading
So now we draw near freely and boldly to where grace is enthroned, to receive mercy’s kiss and discover the grace we urgently need to strengthen us in our time of weakness. (Hebrews 4:16 TPT) I wrote about a concert I attended recently at a local Christian conference and retreat center. ThisContinue Reading
Shalom: “The ancient Hebrew concept of peace, rooted in the word ‘shalom,’ meant wholeness, completeness, soundness, health, safety and prosperity, carrying with it the implication of permanence.” ** So, how’s your Christmas preparation season going? Is your “to do” list getting longer or shorter? Are you more of a “Martha”Continue Reading
“For the sense and reason of the flesh is death, but the mind-set controlled by the Spirit finds life and peace.” (Romans 8:7 TPT) Last Saturday I attended a retreat where I heard a speaker use a verse I’ve heard plenty of times: cast your cares on God. Unless youContinue Reading