Stitching Together a Remnant

The world may see remnants as discarded scraps, but God often has a different purpose in mind.

Wrestling with Life

Then Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. – Genesis 32:24 (NASB) Genesis 32:24-32 is commonly referred to as the passage where Jacob wrestled with God. When I recently read these verses, it occurred to me that it is life I wrestle with, not God. It seems life is full […]

Prayer Journey — God’s Love

I gaze back at all my years and see your hand upon my life. You were there, present to carry me along. You guided me from young on. At times I did not listen and went my own way, but you remained dear God. You did not abandon me. You sought me when I didn’t […]

Prayer Journey — Humble Praise

You have been a mighty fortress in the heat of battle, a place for us to find refuge. In a shaken world, you are the rock, a solid foundation that cannot be shaken.

Prayer Journey — The Vastness of Your Closeness

You are eternal, vast and ever present. Yet you are close to me, steadfast, my eternal hope.

Prayer Journey — God is Faithful

Oh God, you are faithful. Your word tells of your steadfastness. May we reflect on your word and have confidence in who we are in you. God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. – 1 Corinthians 1:9 (NIV) Know therefore that the Lord your God is […]

Morning Praise — Fortified With Essential Truths

At times, dear Lord, we are overwhelmed by the world around us. It appears to dominate all things, seemingly ready to overpower us. Yet you dear Lord are our strength, you are our shield. You are steadfast, a mighty fortress. Praise you Lord that we can rely on you to be our protector. Praise you […]