Jesus comes to encourage us. This gives insight into how much He loves us and knows what is happening in our lives. Has there been a time in your life when you were discouraged, and the Lord prompted you to pray or turn to His word? Have you noticed that the spiritual atmosphere changed when …
What do I do when I am confused? How do I bring clarity to my situation? Sometimes, our world has just been turned upside down, and we are unsure what to do next. This can happen when I receive a negative diagnosis from the doctor, at the loss of a job, or at any other …
Stumbling spiritually is an experience we wish would not happen, but it does. As we journey through life, we are not always on a mountaintop doing everything right. Sometimes we find ourselves in a valley of our own making, wondering why we have been so foolish. I have stumbled several times, but thankful the Holy …
Failure to understand God’s plan can cause poor decisions, resentment, and even bitterness. If we don’t understand God’s plan, we focus on ourselves, not the Lord. Faith is trusting God’s actions in my life, even when it does not make sense. Perhaps you have been in a situation where God’s plan does not make sense. …
When a friend betrays us, it can be one of the most hurtful experiences we can endure. But what if we turned our attention away from our circumstances and asked the Lord to bring healing and good out of this situation? Romans 8:28 And we know that God causes everything to work together for the …
The importance of keeping watch is of profound significance when lives are in danger. There is something about maintaining watch that has a built-in sense of urgency and responsibility. We see this in a nurse who keeps watch over a seriously ill patient, a forest service employee who keeps a lookout for fire, or a …
Praying for God’s will is a massive step of faith as we realize God has a plan for our lives. Psalm 32: 8 The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. [1] As you meditate on this verse, the Lord will reveal …
God’s warnings are a blessing if we put into action what the Lord is telling us. Have you ever received a warning from the Lord? How did you respond? Were there times you wished you had reacted differently? There have been times when I heard the Lord’s warning, decided to move forward anyway, and suffered …
You are in a spiritual battle, and you may not even be aware of it. Some people think this invisible battle is impossible because they can’t explain it. When the serpent tempted Adam and Eve, and they sinned, they had no idea they were in a spiritual battle until it was too late. Eve’s answer …
The value of your soul is so great that no money or resources could purchase it. We do not think much about this, but God does, for He made you and died for your sins. Jesus tells us in Mark 8:36, “And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your …