“The Lord said to Joshua, ‘Do not be afraid of them, because by this time tomorrow I will hand all of them slain over to Israel.’” Joshua 11:6a (NIV) What he saw should have stopped his heart. His enemies united and charged toward him, with massive armies too numerous to count. Surrounded as he glanced every…
Category: Challenges
Why Does God Allow it?
When the hard and terrible and painful places cascade upon you, you need to know there is purpose in this pain.
He’s growing His child.
Does Anyone Hear Me?
When it feels like no one sees, or hears or knows, rest assured God sees, hears, and is acting. We do not need to be afraid.
Fighting Being Still
When my back’s against the wall and I feel I absolutely must do something, anything; God promises He will fight for me, I need only be still.
Overcoming Bitterness with Forgiveness
Joseph had a lot to be bitter about. At times, I feel I do too. However, God authors another way, better way: forgiveness.
When God’s Plans are Terrifying
When God calls us to something completely foreign, He understands our fear. He is faithful to His children and His promises. He can be trusted.
Ousting Fear
When terror tries to reign, it’s time to call God on His promises.
I Am Your Shield
God want to offer me protection- do I even think to ask for it?
His Peace
With little time left to complete Christmas preparations, let’s not be too frenzied to find His gift of peace.
Jump-Start Joy
“Joy to the World” begins a classic Christmas carol. Do you feel joyful? How has this year been? Do you feel you have much to celebrate? When you’ve had a tough year, a year of character building, shall we say; it can be wearing, causing warring emotions inside. As Christians, we know the “right” answer….