I love springtime! Overnight the world changes from dull, dry, and dead to colorful, vibrant, and alive. The trees, which stretched their bare arms heavenward all winter, are blessed with a pale green blush. The Bradford pear tree in the front yard nods its white, blooming head gently in the spring breezes. Yesterday, the grassContinue reading “New Growth”
Category Archives: Scripture
Relationships
“We are surrounded by relationships, but driven by accomplishment. God is the opposite. Though surrounded by His accomplishments, He has given Himself in relationship. Though not in need of interaction, He has chosen to pursue it. For God, relationship is the goal.” —Victoria Brooks Father, help me to see beyond checking off the boxes andContinue reading “Relationships”
My Refuge
Thank you, Lord, for providing a shield from the evil one. Thank you for providing your word. Keep my heart and mind focused on you and your word so that I may follow your will.
God’s Peace
I’m so thankful, Lord, that you provide peace, even in the midst of darkness and chaos. You, Lord, are stronger than the one who causes darkness and chaos. Thank you for holding your children close and giving us peace.
Hope
In my mind’s eye I see the car rolling up the highway. I hear the whine of the tires as they eat up the road. From the outside, all is calm. Inside, turmoil. Inside, parents clinging to their Jesus, seeking His wisdom. Desperately seeking His wisdom. They drive on, heading to the institution far away,Continue reading “Hope”
Love Your Enemies
Lord, bless those who persecute me, who gossip about me, who give me dirty looks, who lie about me. They are your creations. Help me to love them the way you love them. Meet their needs and allow them to know your great love.
Teach Me
This command is a difficult one. Lord, soften my heart and enable me to do your will. Teach me to pray for my enemies.
Friday Friends’ Favorites
Philippians 2: 3&4 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. Father, teach me to be humble and look to the interests of others.
Oh, to have the passion for Christ that Paul had. If we all had even a fraction of that, think what an amazing world this would be.
Growing Our Faith Together 