Every day, we step into a spiritual battle that cannot be fought with human strength, wisdom, or determination. God does not tell us to become strong enough for the battle. He commands us to “be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power” (Eph. 6:10). The armor of God is not a formula or…
“This is the day that You have made. I will rejoice and be glad in it” (Ps. 118:24). Be blessed with waking up each morning refreshed and greatly anticipating another new day in communion with your Father, your Redeemer, your Friend. He awakens you morning by morning, and He is eager to speak to you…
There are seasons when the ordinary pressures of life leave us weary, overwhelmed, and unsure of what we need. We may feel beat up by circumstances, worn thin by responsibility, or simply exhausted by the dailies of life. In those moments, it can be tempting to ignore what we are feeling, minimize our needs, or…
Hear the Word of God for you in Psalm 36:9. “For with you is the fountain of life.” Listen to God’s loving invitation. Isaiah 55:1-2 “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost. Why…
Life often holds hope and apprehension in the same hand. We can be grateful for what God has done and still feel uncertain about what comes next. We can believe He is faithful and still wish we understood more of what He is doing. Scripture does not ask us to pretend we have answers we…
July 4th in the United States is Independence Day, a time when Americans celebrate words like liberty, independence, and freedom. As people, we often pride ourselves on being independent and self-sufficient. We admire the idea of the “self-made” person. We may even equate independence with freedom. But Jesus taught us something very different. Jesus said,…
Have you ever been so burdened by a problem that you say “I just don’t even know what to pray?” When the circumstances of life seem too big or complex to comprehend, shift your focus to who God is by praying God’s character. For every circumstance I believe and proclaim… God is sovereign. All authority…
Father’s Day can stir many different emotions. For some, it is a day of gratitude and celebration. For others, it may awaken grief, longing, absence, disappointment, or memories that still need the tender care of God. Our understanding of fatherhood is often shaped by our earthly experiences, both the beautiful ones and the painful ones….
My Beloved Child, I am writing you today to let you know I am thinking of you. Actually, I am always thinking of you, because you are the apple of my eye. I created you unique and special. There has never been anyone else in the history of the world like you, and there never will be again. You…
“For surely, O Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield” (Ps. 5:12). Who you are and everything you have is the result of God’s favor. He has blessed you with every spiritual blessing (Eph. 1:3). You are surrounded by His grace. Your Abba wants to take you…
“Lord, I prayed for this child, and You have granted me what I asked of You.” 1 Samuel 1:27 As the school year draws to a close, many of us are holding children and grandchildren before the Lord in a fresh way. Some are graduating and stepping into a new chapter. Some are simply moving…
As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in My love. John 15:9 God, your Father, loves you with everlasting love. From the moment He formed you, His love has surrounded you, guiding and sustaining you. Be blessed to keep your heart open to His life-giving presence—His love, peace, and…
