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Morning Reflections ~ Joyfully Trust God!
This morning my heart was stirred as I pondered the unfathomable presence, power, peace, and provision of Jehovah, the God of the universe, who is the lover of my soul. I am foolish not to trust Him. Psalm 57:7-11 NLT My heart is confident in you, O God; my heart is confident. No wonder … Read More about Morning Reflections ~ Joyfully Trust God!
What is your Focus, Astonishing Actions or Admonishing Words?
Then the proconsul believed (became a Christian) when he saw what had occurred, for he was astonished and deeply touched at the teaching concerning the Lord… Acts 13:12 AMPC Moving across state lines to help plant a church was an unexpected calling giving me a wake-up call! This faith move revealed how stale my relationship with God had … Read More about What is your Focus, Astonishing Actions or Admonishing Words?
Eclipse Highlights the Presence of God
This is what the Lord, your protector, says, the one who formed you in the womb: “I am the Lord, who made everything, who alone stretched out the sky, who fashioned the earth all by myself Isaiah 44:24 NET My help comes from the Lord, the Creator of heaven and earth! Psalms 121:2 NET The World Gazes at … Read More about Eclipse Highlights the Presence of God
Move to Wait, Wait to Move, the Journey of a Resurrected Life
My memories of Easter as a child were of bright new dresses, fresh budding flowers, songs of joy, ham and Easter eggs. In my child’s mind, it was a time of new beginnings. A new season full of blooming nature, new spring clothes, the beginning of outdoor play, all pointing to the countdown to summer! … Read More about Move to Wait, Wait to Move, the Journey of a Resurrected Life
God’s Love Secures the Heart
My flesh and my heart may grow weak, but God always protects my heart and gives me stability. Psalms 73:26 NET When my skin sags and my bones get brittle, God is rock-firm and faithful. (MSG) My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; … Read More about God’s Love Secures the Heart
Morning reflections- Self Confidence is rooted in God Confidence
Patiently wait for God alone, my soul! For he is the one who gives me confidence. Ps 62: 5 (NET) …two principles I have heard: God is strong, and you, O Lord, demonstrate loyal love. Ps 62:11b-12a (NET) Sitting by the fire this morning, warm coffee in hand, two furry dogs at my feet, I noticed how … Read More about Morning reflections- Self Confidence is rooted in God Confidence
The Arms of Loyal Friends Unite Souls with the Loyal Love of God
“I’ve told you these things for a purpose: that my joy might be your joy, and your joy wholly mature. This is my command: Love one another the way I loved you. This is the very best way to love. Put your life on the line for your friends. You are my friends when you … Read More about The Arms of Loyal Friends Unite Souls with the Loyal Love of God
4 Steps to Put Love Into Action
The sign said EXPRESS CHECKOUT 15 ITEMS OR LESS. The person in front of me had 20, I counted. I was obeying the rules, I only had 6. It wasn’t fair, who did she think she was? I had things to get done! I felt minimized and unimportant as she took the extra time to unload her … Read More about 4 Steps to Put Love Into Action
Morning Reflections: Trust the Truth of God’s Love
He counts the stars and calls them all by name. Psalms 147:4 He chose to give birth to us by giving us his true word. And we, out of all creation, became his prized possession James 1:18 Even before he made the world, God … Read More about Morning Reflections: Trust the Truth of God’s Love
Morning Reflections: Hope in the Hurt of Bad News
Surely the righteous will never be shaken; they will be remembered forever. They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. (NIV) Psalm 112:6-7 Our family has a new member, a 10 day old boy named Samuel. Samuel’s presence opens a flood gate of love, flowing from each member … Read More about Morning Reflections: Hope in the Hurt of Bad News
Morning reflections – The friendship of God
God Loves Me ALL the Time, Forgives EVERY Time and Listens ANY Time! It is hard to conceive that the creator of the universe, holy, sovereign, omniscient and omnipresent God considers me a friend. He is the perfect friend with the perfect love. His gift of friendship is an eternal reality. I ask myself, “Am … Read More about Morning reflections – The friendship of God
4 Obstacles to Living Focused on the Spirit in You
But I do more than thank. I ask—ask the God of our Master, Jesus Christ, the God of glory—to make you intelligent and discerning in knowing him personally, your eyes focused and clear, so that you can see exactly what it is he is calling you to do, grasp the immensity of this glorious … Read More about 4 Obstacles to Living Focused on the Spirit in You