Prayer Journey—Goodness

During the next few weeks, each Monday I will be praying through the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on one word in Galatians 5:22-23. Today’s word is goodness. Your goodness dear Lord stands out like the purest light in a dark world. It shines brightly against evil intent. It radiates warmth to those shivering from […]

Prayer Journey—Joy

During the next few weeks, each Monday I will be praying through the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on one word in Galatians 5:22-23. Today’s word is joy. There are days dear Lord where joy seems hard to find. It is like a rare gem buried beneath the dirt and debris of life. I tunnel […]

Friday Faith

Thomas *said to Him, “Lord, we do not know where You are going, how do we know the way?” Jesus *said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. – John 14:5-6 (NASB)

Prayer Journey—Your Light,

I am grateful for your love and grace dear God. You are worthy of all honor and praise. I praise you for the ways you reveal yourself, make your self known. Your good works are evident against a backdrop of evil intent in this world. I pray for those who have been misguided and drawn […]

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—Fire Within

Kindle within us dear Lord a fire that keeps burning for you. May the light of Jesus within never cease to illuminate those around us. May they seek the warmth of your presence, a desire to know you dear God. Help us to keep feeding the flame with your Word so others will know of […]

Prayer Journey—Lord of Life

In all the uncertainty in this world, it is reassuring to know you, dear Jesus, are Lord. You are a stable fortress when chaos surrounds me. You are a piercing light driving out the darkest day. You are a comforting balm on the deepest pain. Your Spirit endures against the temporary forces in this world […]

Bringing Light into the Pit

I was reading Romans chapter 12 and verse 12 caused me to pause: “rejoicing in hope, persevering in tribulation, devoted to prayer (NASB).” I reread the verse and noticed how “persevering in tribulation is framed by “rejoicing in hope” and “devoted to prayer.” Hope and prayer are a way to endure tribulations or trials. Trials […]

#10 The Seen Unseen

2022 Countdown of the top ten most viewed posts. This post was first published August 9, 2022. What if you could visibly see the presence of the Spirit of God within you? How would it change what you do each day, to have that visible reminder that God is there right with you? In Exodus […]

#1 Prayer Journey — Deception

Help me not to get caught up in senseless arguments. Suppress my desire to win an argument. Fill me with your wisdom so that my words speak eternity and hope to those who wander in darkness.