“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
The Lord is king forever and ever. The nations have vanished from his land. You have heard the desire of oppressed people, O Lord. You encourage them. You pay close attention to them… (Psalm 10:16-17 GW) [I saw this story online, but I do not know who originally wrote it.] “A man wasContinue Reading
After fighting a nasty germ last week and not feeling like I’ve been returned to full health and full energy yet, I was reflecting on God’s willingness to strengthen and refresh Elijah in the wilderness. Elijah has spoken for God, proven God is real and the false god Baal isContinue Reading
Elijah was discouraged, exhausted, frustrated, and on the run for his life. Then the word of God came to him: “So Elijah, what are you doing here?” Why does God choose to ask questions when he already knows the answers? “I’ve been working my heart out for the God-of-the-Angel-Armies,” saidContinue Reading
Elijah was discouraged, exhausted, frustrated, and on the run for his life. Then the word of God came to him: “So Elijah, what are you doing here?” Why does God choose to ask questions when he already knows the answers? 10 “I’ve been working my heart out for the God-of-the-Angel-Armies,” said Elijah. “The peopleContinue Reading