Dying Words of Love

God’s love for us is deeper than just offering us salvation through Jesus. Even though he is pained by our sin, he reaches out to us to offer his care, his love, his grace.

Prayer Journey—Forgive as Jesus Did

Forgiveness. It is not just something you did Jesus. It is something you want us to do; to model after you the forgiveness and love you offered to those who persecuted you; who offended you; who mocked you. Help me to embrace that kind of love, the love you give so freely. Help me to […]

Friday Faith

If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. – John 14:15 (NASB)

Prayer Journey—Our Best

“Out of all your gifts you shall present every offering due to the LORD, from all the best of them, the sacred part from them.” – Numbers 18:29 (NASB) Dear Lord, help us to discern each day what is the best we can offer you from the gifts you have given us. May we use […]

Seeking Father

So he got up and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion for him, and ran and embraced him and kissed him. – Luke 15:20 (NASB) It doesn’t matter what you’ve done, there is a Father who is waiting for you. Even […]

Sunday Praise

“The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’“But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf […]

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—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 […]

Know to Be Still

In the silent moments, in the stillness of our soul, is where we can really get to know God.

Calling Out the Faithful

Beloved. Hard worker. Kinsmen. Fellow worker. Brethren. These are some of the words Paul uses to describe the people he has worked with in spreading the gospel (Romans 16). Many we only know by name, but you can sense the deep appreciation Paul has for their belief in Jesus and willingness to share it. It […]