“This is what the LORD says to you: ‘Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s.” (II Chronicles 20:15 NIV) This is my prayer in the desertWhen all that’s within me feels dryThis is my prayer in my hunger and needMy God is the God who provides This is my prayer in the fireInContinue Reading
[Please join me in praying for the Church on Sundays this year.] “And now, O Lord, hear their threats, and give us, your servants, great boldness in preaching your word. Stretch out your hand with healing power; may miraculous signs and wonders be done through the name of your holy servantContinue Reading
In preparation for our church’s women’s conference this weekend, I am writing a seven-minute presentation on the Biblical character Esther and how she was unshakeable in her efforts to save her people from evil. There are so many facets to this small book of the Bible that I could neverContinue Reading
[Please join me in praying for children and families on Thursdays this year.] As I write this I am studying Esther’s story. There are many interesting facets to the story, but one that caught my attention is the importance of her identity and community as a Jewish woman. As youContinue Reading
“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.” (Psalm 31:24 NIV) [Please join me in praying for our nation and world on Tuesdays.] Current news stories: These and many other pieces of news today can seem rather overwhelming. Who has the emotional bandwidth to absorb so many terribly hardContinue Reading
For if we are faithful to the end, trusting God just as firmly as when we first believed, we will share in all that belongs to Christ. (Hebrews 3:14 NLT) Let’s focus on the story of King Jesus’s birth – the Christmas story. For many of us, this is aContinue Reading
Adapted from Psalm 37 I will not fret because of those who are evil, for like green plants they will soon wither and die away. I will trust in the Lord and do good, dwelling in God and his safety. I will take delight in the Lord and he willContinue Reading