Immersed in the Immediate

As readers of the Old Testament, we have the advantage of seeing the whole picture of God’s future plan; the ability to see God’s ultimate purpose for Israel. We don’t always have that vision for our own lives. Sometimes we can become like Israel where we become immersed in the immediate and only see our current pain and struggles.

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. […]

Learning About God’s Love from an Unbeliever

During each visit she would share stories about her life over the last 80 some years. As her tough exterior veneer began to peel back, I learned about the pain and abuse she had suffered at the hands of others. I began to understand why she was so bitter and angry, I started to empathize with her.

#Highlights — Longing

Years ago I began highlighting Bible verses that spoke to me in the midst of traumatic events. This month I am sharing some of these verses and a short reflection. My soul faints with longing for your salvation, but I have put my hope in your word. My eyes fail, looking for your promise; I […]

Hope Cuts Through

A voice from above me
echoes against steel walls
“Be still and know
that I am God.”

#Highlights — God is in All Things

Years ago I began highlighting Bible verses that spoke to me in the midst of traumatic events. This month I am sharing some of these verses and a short reflection. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” […]

Prayer Journey — Cry Out and Be Heard

The Lord God is eternal, an ever present help. Remove your sandals for before you is holy ground.

Prayer Journey — Why Did You Make Me This Way?

I don’t know if I am who God made me to be. Is it possible he made me broken or have I been broken?

Prayer Journey — Need

Lord, I need you. When this world abandons me; lets me down; disappoints me, you are there. When hurt ravages my soul, you are there for me. When deep pain rises up to attack me, you are there. In the depths of my soul, as darkness seeps in, your light emerges with hope. I feel […]

You Were Always There

Beaten down by hostile words
But you helped me overcome

Struck by an abusive hand
But you helped me overcome

Told who I would never be
But you helped me overcome