Mary, the young mother of Jesus had reason to feel anxious and uncertain. But she exemplifies peace. We too, can find peace when we learn to willingly surrender to God’s story for our lives.
Category: Promises
Treasuring the Christmas Season
With a never-ending to-do list, and the calendar flipping to December, I must slow down to remember, this season is for treasuring relationships, and especially my relationship with my Savior.
Finding a Heart of Gratitude
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 NIV This next week, those of us in the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving. We remember what the Pilgrims did, thanking God for seeing them through their first year here in their…
Refusing Fear
After ten months of studying what Scripture says about fear, I want to practice the habit of refusing fear.
Fearfully Stepping Out in Faith
I sat in the interview, wondering how I had ended up here. This industry was never on my radar. This position was never in my plan. Yet, I really believe God intentionally open all those doors. The interviewer continued. “And you would need to go back to school, completing twenty-four credits to get your professional…
Fighting For Faith
When reconstructing our faith-walk, Nehemiah offers practical advice on how to avoid the traps of the enemy while we keep progressing toward pillar-like faith.
The Lord is Good to Those Who Trust Him
When each day brings another crisis, where do I find hope? Lamentations chapter 3 offers encouragement and a promise to cling to.
When the Answer is Service
“God, what should I do?” Leaning against the door of the ICU, I had tears streaming down my face as I asked God what was next. This disease of a loved one had completely caught me by surprise. And it was lifelong, not a once and done diagnosis. After days of worry and shock, I…
Building My Fortress
When the day unfolds unexpectedly and I am facing many unknowns, God is still in control. He will provide.
Fear of the Mirror
Realizing the periods of time when I didn’t want to see the truth in the mirror, I learned the truth on the inside is even more important to acknowledge.
God gave us the Holy Spirit to convict and intercede for us, so the internal truth can be learned, and changed.