Compassion in Grief

When we suffer loss, the grief can be overwhelming. Jesus felt that same pain when he learned that his cousin John the Baptist was beheaded by Herod. “Now when Jesus heard about John, He withdrew from there in a boat to a secluded place by Himself (Matthew 14:13).” It’s hard to see God’s purpose in […]

Silencing the Joy Stealers

There are many things in this world that can take our joy away. Yet if we hold onto the joy we have in the Lord, no one can take that away from us. Our faith in Jesus gives us an eternal hope that surpasses the temporal hope of this world. It is a hope that […]

Breathe

In the quiet of the morning, tune out the noise of the world and be filled with Jesus’ presence.

Ceaseless Prayer

People we know making poor choices. Loved ones ignoring wise advise. Family members ignoring God. We keep praying for them, but it seems nothing changes. Samuel, in the Old Testament, knew this frustration well. He served as a judge at a time when “Israel had no king; everyone did as they saw fit (Judges 21:25).” […]

Parched No Longer

This poem reminds us that the pursuit of new things often requires us to leave the past behind.

The Overcomer of Suffering

What does it mean to be an overcomer? It is someone who has been trampled by life; someone knocked down by the hurtful actions of others; someone who has been crushed emotionally; someone who despite all this is able to pick themselves up, even if it’s just crawling, to press on; to keep moving forward. […]

Friday Faith

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever. – Psalm 111:10 (NASB)

Trading the Past for the Future

The past is what I know. It impacted me, helped shape me into who I am. I can look back and see what happened; remember; and see how things turned out, good and bad. There is no going back to the past to change things. The future is unknown. I do not know what is […]

A Longing

Heaven isn’t just a destination. It is a longing, a hope for the future. When we long for heaven, long to be in the presence of God, our heart, soul mind, and strength are properly oriented toward God. We can’t get enough of Jesus in our life, so we abide in Him, seek Him in […]

Just Reach Out to Him

So much effort; so hard to just extend your hand toward Jesus. In the midst of your pain, you reassure yourself to just reach out to Him.