“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.
Category Archives: An Encouraging Word
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.
Troubled Times
We live in troubled, broken times. I allow fear to wrap itself around me, stealing my hope and contentment. Worry takes away my trust in the Almighty Creator God. Hatred reigns supreme, shoving love into the deep recesses of my heart. My God-given peace seems shattered, scattered to every corner of my soul. But then…IContinue reading “Troubled Times”
Trusting God
• “But God doesn’t call us to be comfortable. He calls us to trust Him so completely that we are unafraid to put ourselves in situations where we will be in trouble if He doesn’t come through.” — Francis Chan Now this quote is worthy of contemplation, don’t you think?
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.
Be a Peacemaker
Help me, Lord, to see beyond personal differences and petty disputes. Let me see others as you do. Show me ways not to bring strife or anxiety, but instead to share your peace.
No Fear
“The remarkable thing about God is that when you fear God, you fear nothing else, whereas if you do not fear God, you fear everything else.” ― Oswald Chambers Teach me, Lord, to rely only on you. Then I will have nothing to fear.
Wisdom
Father, you are the source of all wisdom and you have promised to give it to those who ask. Yes, Lord, I desire your wisdom in my life. Show me the wise way to give to others and to give you glory.
Growing Our Faith Together 