“God never hurries. There are no deadlines against which he must work. Only to know this is to quiet our spirits and relax our nerves.” ― A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God Lord, you know that I get impatient, and I want answers now. Thank you for this reminder that you work on your schedule.Continue reading “In God’s Time”
Category Archives: A word of prayer
Secure in His Arms
Tonight I am wide awake. My body is relaxed, my eyes are closed, and my breathing is deep and even. But my mind is wide awake and running, running, running. I am snuggled up against my husband, the back of my head and my neck resting on his arm. The tensions of the day storedContinue reading “Secure in His Arms”
A Child’s Walk with His Father
“Let’s go,” the father called to his four-year-old son. Jimmy scampered over and reached his hand up for his dad’s firm grasp. Eagerly he tugged on the strong arm, “Let’s go, let’s go,” he sang. Small hand wrapped firmly in the larger hand, out the door they walked, down the sidewalk. Jimmy hopped, skipped andContinue reading “A Child’s Walk with His Father”
Serving Others
Teach me, Lord, to serve others.
My Defender
When I was a child, I never worried about bullies picking on me. With three brothers, I always had someone nearby who would defend me. Because of them, I felt safe. But today, our family has scattered, and none of my brothers live in the same state as me. Fortunately, I have learned to leanContinue reading “My Defender”
A Broken Heart
“If through a broken heart God can bring His purposes to pass in the world, then thank Him for breaking your heart.” ― Oswald Chambers O, Lord, let me trust you enough to thank you for a broken heart. May your purposes come to pass.
The Bread of Life
Thank you, Lord, for providing spiritual food and for providing the living water that never runs dry. Fill me to overflowing, so others can see you, living in and nourishing me.
Hope and Encouragement
Forgive my impatience, Lord. Sometimes I want this world to be heaven-like right now. But I know that you have a plan. Remind me to learn from you during the difficult times and to trust in Your faithfulness. I’m so grateful You keep Your promises. Thank you, Lord.
A Woodland Sanctuary
As I walked the nature trails, I wandered off the beaten path. Large toadstools nestled under a grove of blue spruce trees attracted my attention. Pushing aside branches, I walked fifteen feet, entering a small clearing. The ground, carpeted with years of accumulated needles, felt soft beneath my feet. A chorus of crickets broke theContinue reading “A Woodland Sanctuary”
More Like Jesus
Always pray to have eyes that see the best in people, a heart that forgives the worst, a mind that forgets the bad, and a soul that never loses faith in God. Amy Carmichael Amen to this! Make me more like Jesus.
Growing Our Faith Together 