Just Say the Word

It’s an astounding statement to say that this centurion demonstrated more faith in God with his simple act than the Israelites. It’s a statement that makes me ponder how much I trust God

The Casserole

The tears stream down my face. The pain is immense. Between sobs I hear a gentle tapping on the door. Who could it be at this hour? Am I hearing things? A light rumble of thunder. The gentle rain continues. Another knock. I open the door and there he stands. Such gentle, caring eyes; such […]

Prayer Journey—This Moment

You have placed me here dear Lord at this moment. Help me to discern your way and what you would have me do. Show me your path. Equip me with your wisdom to discern. Help me to focus on you and your goodness. Thank you dear God for the grace and love you have shown […]

Sunday Honor

Then all the congregation of the sons of Israel departed from Moses’ presence. Everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S contribution for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service and for the holy garments. – Exodus 35:20-21 (NASB)

Friday Faith

When I am afraid,I will put my trust in You.In God, whose word I praise,In God I have put my trust;I shall not be afraid.What can mere man do to me? – Psalm 56:3-4 (NASB)

Washed by Faith

What happens next is amazing. The jailer takes Paul and Silas to his house, washes their wounds and shares a meal with them. It is reminiscent of Jesus washing the feet of his disciples and sharing a meal with them.

The Green Pasture of Contentment

What would it be like to have a faith so deep in God that there is nothing you want. “The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want (Psalm 23:1).” It’s not a matter of having all your needs met, it is a level of contentment where you choose to not want for anything. “I […]

Prayer Journey—Aching

Does my heart ache as yours dear God for those who do not know you; for those who reject you; for those who refuse to accept your son Jesus? You long for those far from you to return to you. You desire the lost to seek you. You yearn to lavish them with your love […]

Sunday Praise

But as for me, I shall sing of Your strength;Yes, I shall joyfully sing of Your lovingkindness in the morning,For You have been my strongholdAnd a refuge in the day of my distress.O my strength, I will sing praises to You;For God is my stronghold, the God who shows me lovingkindness. – Psalm 59:16-17 (NASB)

Friday Faith

Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. – Ephesians 4:1-3 […]