Now all glory to God, who is able, through His mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. (Ephesians 3:20) For the past six months, I’ve been praying for God to guide my footsteps and show me what to do. My work stress had become so great …
From a young age, I idolized the concept of love. I wanted to be the princess being swept off her feet by Prince Charming. He would rescue me from the evil villain and carry me off to his castle to live happily ever after. The reality of my life is much different. As I write …
Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool. (Isaiah 1:18) After days of rain, the skies cleared this afternoon, allowing the sun to shine down on my screen porch windows, highlighting their blemishes. Over the past few months, pollen …
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. (Isaiah 26:3) Over the past week, a dear friend and I both faced big decisions regarding our futures. Whereas she had to determine whether to return to her former workplace or choose another, I needed to decide if I …
I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night, my heart instructs me. (Psalm 16:7) I’m a careful decision-maker – especially when it comes to personal matters. I weigh the pros and cons of major decisions long before I have to make them – often seeking others’ advice and praying heartily for wisdom. …
And so, Lord, where do I put my hope? My only hope is in you. (Psalm 29:7) One of my most significant shortcomings is that I tend to repeat failures in my head. “You should have done better. You weren’t prepared enough. You might as well accept defeat.” These thoughts repeatedly play in my mind …
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand. (Isaiah 41:10) It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by shattered expectations – whether encountered in the political arena, the workplace, or personal lives. …
Your own ears will hear Him. Right behind you, a voice will say, ‘This is the way you should go.’ whether to the right or to the left.” (Isaiah 30:21) 2020 was a rough year for everyone. There’s no doubt about it. No matter what part of the world one lives in, everyone everywhere was …
The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. (1 Samuel 16:7) Christmas is a memorable holiday for my family. We savor our gifts – all the way down to the wrapping paper. Some of the gift-wrap is so exceptional …
On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. (Matthew 2:11) There’s a reason why Christmas is the “most wonderful time of the year,” and it has nothing to …