The Old Testament book of Jeremiah uses metaphors to compare Israel to an unfaithful wife. She was unfaithful to God by worshipping idols and forsaking Him. And “…her treacherous sister Judah [had] not turned to [God] with her whole heart, but in pretense” (3:10 NKJ). This book of Jeremiah is surely only Jewish history andContinue reading “Faithfulness”
Category Archives: An Encouraging Word
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”
Times of Trouble
Thank you, Lord, that you are present always, not just in the good times. Thank you for providing a safe place during the difficult times, for being my protector.
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”
Plans
Lord, how I love to plan my life. Forgive me for not trusting your plans for me, for not trusting in your faithfulness. Help me to turn those plans over to your wisdom and trust you for the outcome. May your will be done.
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”
Like a River
Yes, Lord! Teach us justice. Sometimes it seems it barely trickles, like a dried-up stream. Let us follow your commands and help justice flow freely in our land.
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”
Growing Our Faith Together 