Always, Lord? Really? Joyful when I’m sick? When I am disappointed, when I am discouraged? Even when life just isn’t going well? Create in me a joyful heart, Lord, in all circumstances, for you are good, loving, and faithful.
Category Archives: Scripture
Who Is Our Enemy?
Lord, why do we see people who disagree with us as our enemies? Satan must be dancing for joy when he sees us doing this. Help us to focus on combatting the real enemy with prayer, studying our bibles, and loving on others.
In His Light
I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.― C.S. Lewis Lord, every morning you make the sun rise, infusing the world with light. Thank you. Every day you live in the hearts of believers, infusing us withContinue reading “In His Light”
His Saving Grace
Thank you, Father, for your faithfulness. I’m thankful that you are my Savior, and I pray for the souls of those who have not yet accepted your saving grace.
Our Rock
My God, my rock, forgive me for times of worry or despair. Let me remember that you are stronger and more powerful than the most majestic mountains, and you are faithful. I put my trust in you.
Trusting God
I’ve read the last page of the Bible, it’s all going to turn out all right. — Billy Graham Yes, I’ve read the last page, so why do I worry, question, and doubt? I know who created me and who died for me. Creator and Savior, teach me to have complete trust in You.
On the Beach
One summer Scott and I flew to San Diego to visit our cousin Zelda. While there, we spent time at the Pacific Ocean’s shore. Just standing at a very small edge of this huge body of water was awe-inspiring. Looking outward from my vantage point on the sand, I could not imagine the immensity ofContinue reading “On the Beach”
Give Thanks
Today I’m thankful for sunshine and flowers, for family and friends. I’m thankful we were able to travel to see our 17-year-old grandson preach at his church for youth Sunday. I’m thankful his great grandmother was also able to listen to him preach. Every day we have so many reasons to be thankful, in goodContinue reading “Give Thanks”
The Church
The church is not a theological classroom. It is a conversion, confession, repentance, reconciliation, forgiveness and sanctification center, where flawed people place their faith in Christ, gather to know and love him better, and learn to love others as he designed. — Paul David Tripp Lord knows, I am flawed. My church is a gatheringContinue reading “The Church”
Have No Fear
I’m so grateful that the God of the universe, the God who lives in my heart, is stronger than the evil one. He is my redeemer and my protector. Thank you, Lord!
Growing Our Faith Together 