Prayer Journey—No Fear

The LORD is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear The LORD is the defense of my life; Whom shall I dread? – Psalm 27:1 (NASB) What do I have to fear dear Lord? You are in all things. You created all things. You created me. Everyone is your workmanship. Help me to […]

Prayer Journey—Love of Christ

What was it like Lord Jesus to walk with you; to talk with you in person; to be hugged by you; to see the joy on your face when you see an old friend? What was it like to be your disciple—to directly hear your words of instruction? Some days I long for that, and […]

May Publication Schedule

May continues the regular posting schedule: Sunday: “Sunday Praise”: Take a moment to read this scripture and praise God. Monday: “Prayer Journey”: Join me in prayer as we seek to deepen our faith in God. Tuesday: New posts that reflect on scripture and its application to your life. Thursday: A look back with a post […]

April Publication Schedule

The first week of April will feature several posts relating to Easter. The Tuesday and Thursday post next week will focus on the topic of denial. There will also be a Wednesday Walk post as well as a Saturday post reflecting on hiding the truth. I hope these posts bless you this Easter week. After […]

March Publication Schedule

“Sunday Praise” posts resume this month along with the regular “Prayer Journey” posts. In addition to new posts on Tuesdays, a series called “Everyday” will highlight God in everyday life in posts each Thursday. Below is a recap of the publication schedule. Sunday: “Sunday Praise”: Take a moment to read this scripture and praise God. […]

Vignettes—If Only

If only there was wisdom to help me understand. If only there was someone to provide counsel for difficult decisions. If only there was someone to provide strength to do the right thing. If only people would not judge just by what they see or hear. If only there was someone who would see me […]

Clearing a Path for Jesus in the Wilderness of Life

Our repentance isn’t just an act of verbalizing our faith in Jesus. John warns in verse 9, “every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.”

Seeking Refuge in God’s Fortress

As a fortress, God also defends us against the forces of evil. We need not be afraid because the arrows of the evil one bounce off the fortress of God that surrounds us. We do not need to fear the evil that stalks us.

God’s Faith in Abilities We Don’t See in Ourself

Gideon has doubt about God’s intent to save them and perhaps even more doubt about his ability to lead the charge against their oppressors. The Lord reassures Gideon he has the strength and that he is with him (6:14), yet Gideon still questions God’s judgement.

Where Do We Place Our Fear?

Why are we so afraid of the people and forces of this world? So often we respond like the disciples in the midst of the storms that pop up in life by crying out to God to do something saying, “Don’t you care?”