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“The LORD is close to the brokenheartedand saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalms 34:18 The reality is there are a lot of people who have lost jobs, and some have even lost loved ones. Some are gripped with fear and some are plagued with failure. Then there are those of us areContinue reading “Near”

“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 I have read this verse over and over again and have even committed it to memory and yet, recently, I was struck with the last three words, “in Christ Jesus.” ThisContinue reading “3 Things in 3 Words”

“Give thanks in all circumstances…” 1Thessalonians 5:18 Make sure you are reading this right. Paul, who wrote this, is not saying that we should give thanks for all circumstances but to give thanks in all circumstances. Be careful when you simply say, “everything happens for a reason” because not everything that happens to you comesContinue reading “Thanks a lot”

“pray continually” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Don’t worry. Praying continually doesn’t mean you have to kneel for the rest of your life with your hands folded and eyes closed! The more you pray the more you’ll find you can pray anytime and anywhere.  This kind of prayer is more of an attitude that an actual utteringContinue reading “Union”

“Be joyful always” 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Take note that this is not saying just put on a happy face. Joy is much deeper. You can manufacture a happy face but joy, joy is not so easy to come by, especially during trials. It’s hard to tell someone who has lost a love one to beContinue reading “Joy”

“I have told you these things so that you will be whole and at peace. In this world, you will be plagued with times of trouble, but you need not fear; I have triumphed over this corrupt world order.” –Jesus (John 16:33 VOICE) Does your life feel fractured or broken? Can you imagine what itContinue reading “Whole”

“How priceless is your unfailing love, O God!    People take refuge in the shadow of your wings. They feast on the abundance of your house;    you give them drink from your river of delights. For with you is the fountain of life;    in your light we see light. (Psalm 36: 7 – 10). Have you been overwhelmed by His extravagant love? DoContinue reading “River of Delights”

“Your love, O Eternal One, towers high into the heavens.Even the skies are lower than Your faithfulness.Your justice is like the majestic mountains.Your judgments are as deep as the oceans, and yet in Your greatness,You, O Eternal, offer life for every person and animal.” Psalms 36:5-6 VOICE I spoke to a friend yesterday who keepsContinue reading “The Destroyer and The Deliverer”

“For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.” 1 Corinthians 4:20 How would you describe your faith? Is it more talk or does it show the power of God? How would others describe your faith? Do they sense the power of God in your life? For many of us,Continue reading “Not a Matter of Talk”

“We are confident that God is able to orchestrate everything to work toward something good and beautiful when we love Him and accept His invitation to live according to His plan.” Romans 8:28 Voice You may think you are not good enough for God or even that you are too evil and selfish. Guess what?Continue reading “Something Worth Believing”