Pray continually. (1 Thessalonians 5:17 NIV) Last weekend I was staying with out-of-state family, so I went with them to their church. The sermon was titled, “What Do You Do When Your Prayers Aren’t Answered Yet?” — a question many of us wrestle with. I went through a deep season of wrestlingContinue Reading
The Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost. (Luke 19:20 AMP) “This son of mine was [as good as] dead and is alive again; he was lost and has been found.” So they began to celebrate. (Luke 15:24 AMP) Can you think of anyone inContinue Reading
The Lord reigns forever; he has established his throne for judgment.He rules the world in righteousness and judges the peoples with equity.The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you. (Psalm 9:7-10 NIV) I need to quit reading the news headlines.Continue Reading
And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek you (Psalm 9:10 ESV) If you have a burden to pray for this nation, you are not alone. A quick glance at the news headlines or a conversation withContinue Reading
Honor the Lord with your possessions, and with the firstfruits of all your increase. (Proverbs 3:9 NKJV) I have never really liked fasting, even though I haven’t done it very often. The first few times I tried a 23-hour fast, it went better than I expected. So, I attempted fastingContinue Reading
Pray for every political leader and representative, so that we would be able to live tranquil, undisturbed lives, as we worship the awe-inspiring God with pure hearts. (1 Timothy 2:2 TPT) The following was a prophetic word and call to warrior prayer given by Amanda Grace in late October. AlthoughContinue Reading
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. (Matthew 6:33 NIV) Living life as a Christian is an interesting mix. We are rooted to the past, living in the present, and growing toward the future – and God isContinue Reading
Like one who grabs a dog by the ears [and is likely to be bitten] Is he who, passing by, stops to meddle with a dispute that is none of his business. (Proverbs 26:17 AMP) I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made forContinue Reading
How great you are, O Sovereign Lord! There is no one like you. We have never even heard of another God like you! (2 Samuel 7:22 NLT) My 81-year-old father has a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease, and two weeks ago I took him to a group of prayer warriors toContinue Reading
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. (Psalm 34:18 NIV) I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feetContinue Reading