Every day, there are situations in our normal routines that require us to be the light of Christ in the midst of utter darkness. Every day, there are people crossing our paths who need to hear a word of hope, feel a touch of compassion, see the possibility of a different future. We need not…
The Pain of Disappointment
We all land in heartbreaking places at some point in life, feeling sad, alone, and perhaps drained of our courage to hope again. The reasons can be a miscarriage, like I had, or something else entirely, like when: your children grow up, move away, and never call the company to which you’ve devoted your years…
Gentleness Is In Me
Gentleness Is In Me Let your gentleness be evident to all. — Philippians 4:5 Thought for the Day: The more I rejoice, the more I keep things in perspective. The more I keep things in perspective, the gentler I become. Lately, I’ve had this Bible verse chasing me around: “Let your gentleness be evident to…
The Spirit-Filled Life
Simple Truths Make a tree good and its fruit will be good, or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is recognized by its fruit. — Matthew 12:33 We human beings tend to overlook the simple truths of life and forget that the profound is usually revealed in…
Undaunted: God Doesn’t Call the Qualified
Read Exodus 4:10-13 God called Moses to rescue His people from slavery in Egypt. But Moses felt his lack of speaking skills disqualified him from pursuing God’s plan. God saw it another way. Called to Rescue There is only one Rescuer with the power to free us from the darkest prison. That Rescuer is the…
Sing Your Song
And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me — holy is his name.” — Luke 1:46-49…
Joy to the World!
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” – Luke 2:10 I love Christmas. I love the anticipation on my girls’ faces and in their hearts. I love the mess (did I say that?), the extended family time, and the planning that goes…
God Is In Control
Read Psalms 139:13-16 David, the great psalmist, sings praises to the God who created him and watched over him even as he was growing in his mother’s womb. Adopted Some years ago, my mum disclosed that my brother and I were adopted. At first, I was shaken, But I wasn’t shaken loose. Even as the…
Upside Down, Inside Out
Read Ephesians 1:4-6 For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will— to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us…
Undaunted: Daring to Do What God Calls You to Do
Watch the Undaunted Video Trailer This compelling video Bible study by Christine Caine will take you on a journey through the stages of pain and loss that ultimately lead to hope, healing, and a new beginning. Through Caine’s own dramatic life story, you will be challenged—with God’s help—to overcome fear and find your own calling.…