God is on the Throne

“God is unchanging in His love. He loves you. He has a plan for your life. Don’t let the newspaper headlines frighten you. God is still sovereign; He’s still on the throne.” Bily Graham Lord, you know that sometimes we allow ourselves to be frightened or worried over what is happening in the world. ForgiveContinue reading “God is on the Throne”

Through the Psalms #3

Through the Psalms #3 I encourage you to read the entire Psalm. “Lord, how many are my foes! How many rise up against me! Many are saying of me, ‘God will not deliver him.’ But you, Lord, are a shield around me, My glory, the One who lifts my head high. I call out toContinue reading “Through the Psalms #3”

Hope

Hope is the thing That pushes its head through the earth, Unfurling its pale green For all to see. It’s the expectation of blooms, Unwinding from a tiny bud, Blooms more vibrant and colorful Than imagination. Hope is the realization that dead, shriveled things, long buried in the ground, Will one day rise again toContinue reading “Hope”

Be Still

.”My longings are best met when, in prayer, I simply let my heart beat in time with the Lord’s.” -Joni Eareckson Tada. Psalm 46:10a says, “Be still and know that I am God.” In the wisdom of the psalmist, we learn to quietly approach God, listen to him, and allow our heartbeats to beat inContinue reading “Be Still”

Through the Psalms–#2

Through the Psalms–#2 I encourage you to read the entire Psalm “Why do the nations conspire And the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth rise up And the rulers band together Against the LORD and his anointed, saying ‘Let us break their chains And throw off their shackles.’” Psalm 2:1-3 While PsalmContinue reading “Through the Psalms–#2”

A Box of Chocolates

Imagine that someone has given you a big box of chocolates!  What is the first thing you do?  Most would probably say Thank you, open the box, and graciously offer the first piece to the giver of this scrumptious gift.  Would you begrudge giving that first piece of chocolate to the person who gave youContinue reading “A Box of Chocolates”

Remember

Taking a few moments this morning to contemplate some of God’s miracles. From creating the land and the seas to Jesus’ birth, death, and resurrection and on to the personal miracles in my life. It’s a good way to start the day. Thank you, Lord, for all the miracles you have performed. Thank you forContinue reading “Remember”