The Light of the World

“The Bible is not the light of the world, it is the light of the Church. But the world does not read the Bible, the world reads Christians! “You are the light of the world.”” ― Charles H. Spurgeon Father, fill me with Your light. Let it shine out so that others may see You.

Just Imagine

“Right now, we wear our souls on the inside. But one day we will be “clothed in righteousness” as we wear our souls on the outside, brilliant and glorious.” Joni Eareckson Tada This beautiful image–it brightens even the gloomiest day. Father, thank you for the little things–a quote, a lovely ice formation, a smile–that brightenContinue reading “Just Imagine”

Who Am I?

“Can you worship a God who isn’t obligated to explain His actions to you? Could it be your arrogance that makes you think God owes you an explanation?” — Francis Chan Well, this quote certainly requires some heavy thought. Lord, take away my arrogance. Teach me to trust you completely. Who am I to questionContinue reading “Who Am I?”

Hearts on the Kingdom

“Jesus tells us to set our hearts on the kingdom. Setting our hearts on something involves not only serious aspirations but also strong determination. A spiritual life requires human effort. The forces that keep pulling us back into a worry-filled life are far from easy to overcome.” Henri Nouwen Lord, help me to keep myContinue reading “Hearts on the Kingdom”

Testing Our Anchors

“Life has a way of testing our anchors and tempting us to drift. Nevertheless, if our anchors are correctly place in the rock of our Redeemer, they will hold no matter the force of the wind, the strength of the tide, or the height of the water. Dieter F. Lichicterf Father God, help me toContinue reading “Testing Our Anchors”

Drawing Closer

“Let your cares drive you to God. I shall not mind if you have many of them if each one leads you to prayer. If every fret makes you lean more on the Beloved, it will be a benefit.” ― Charles H. Spurgeon Lord, I thank you for those cares and concerns that have drivenContinue reading “Drawing Closer”

Drawing Closer

“The basis of the mission of the twelve apostles was not their knowledge, training, or character, but their having lived with Jesus. Paul, who was not with Jesus while he was traveling with his disciples, encountered him on the road to Damascus. This experience was the foundation on which all his apostolic work was built.Continue reading “Drawing Closer”

Good Gifts

“He bequeaths us His manger, from which to learn how God came down to man, and His cross to teach us how man may go up to God.” ― Charles H. Spurgeon Oh, God, thank you for simple images and symbols that remind us of your goodness and grace. Thank you, Lord, for giving usContinue reading “Good Gifts”

Knowing God

“One of the most wonderful things about knowing God is that there’s always so much more to know, so much more to discover.” -Joni Eareckson Tada. Father God, I thank you for providing me with glimpses of how amazing you are. I pray you will reveal more of yourself to me and to others. MayContinue reading “Knowing God”