Posted in humility on Jul 1st, 2015
God empowers the humble.
“For the Lord delights in his people; He crowns the humble with victory.” (Psalm 149:4)
Let’s each put God first and others second.
The blessing of victorious living will be ours in God’s perfect timing.
As we […]
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Posted in worship on Jun 26th, 2015
There’s something different — something richer — about a relationship where the only reason somebody spends time with you is because they want to, not because they’re required to.
That’s why aging parents love it when their adult children break away from their busy lives to spend a few days with Mom and Dad.
Not in order […]
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Posted in Bible on Jun 19th, 2015
Stick with me on this.
I read a verse this morning from Proverbs that sounds discouraging, yet it actually — indirectly — affirms the importance of investing time and effort and perhaps money into learning efforts.
If you find a person who really wants to learn at the job or in college or, better yet, […]
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Posted in prayer on Jun 5th, 2015
Once again, I’m humbled by my lack of perceptiveness.
Here was my prayer just now:
“Thank you, God, for reminding me of why I must continue re-reading the Bible year after year. I have SO much to learn.”
I have read the book of Acts countless […]
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Posted in hope on Jun 4th, 2015
We all agree that simple is good.
I enjoyed the reminder of this truth that I read this morning during my devotional time.
“The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my Savior”
These simple words of 2 Samuel 22:1 instantly encouraged me.
I found comfort in knowing just […]
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