Sometimes as adults we can unknowingly fall into the game of hide and seek. We want to hide from the Lord, but our heart yearns to be found. What a wonderful reminder that we cannot go anywhere that the Spirit of God can’t find us. Actually, as the Psalmist writes . . . He is ALREADY there!
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Realist vs. Perfectionist: Which is God?
“Go lay down on the bed for a minute; I want to tell you something.” I’ve never heard God speak to me in an audible voice. But down on the inside, where the Holy Spirit
Read moreA New Heart . . . No Band-aids Needed
God in His great love for us doesn’t dust off our old hearts or patch it with Band-aids, He creates, makes something new that never existed before—a new heart.
Read moreYou Can Still Get There From Here
Last week I moved from my rented apartment of 14 years to my very first home. The move was less than a mile away, but change for me – even good change – does not
Read moreWhen It’s Okay to Criticize
In his famous devotional booklet My Utmost for His Highest, author Oswald Chambers tells us when it’s okay to criticize: NEVER. Ouch! I yield far too often to this habit, mostly in my thoughts. But Mr. Chamber’s words encourage
Read moreChanged Lives . . . The Shepherd’s Story
We may not have been an eyewitness to a host of angels or see the baby in the manger, but after meeting Christ we each have our own story of how He changed our lives.
Read moreChatterbox or Cheerleader?
When I was a child, my mom often called me a “chatterbox” or said “who wound you up?” as if I were a toy monkey. Others teased me for my penchant for talking. In my
Read moreA Password? To Enter God’s Presence? Seriously?
Next time you want to praise God and enter into His presence, remember the password. I can assure you that when you understand this truth, you won’t be using the FORGOT PASSWORD? tab. It will be forever in your heart.
Read moreGod’s Family — Are You A Member?
“Born Again.” It’s one of those Christian phrases we hear but what does it mean?
Read moreThe Prodigal Son Isn’t the Gospel
The parable of the Prodigal Son recorded in Luke 15:11-32 is a powerful illustration. A month ago, I wrote on how Jesus told it to tell the depth of God’s love, grace, and mercy. I
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