“Sometimes I hear You whispering in my heart, ‘I take great delight in you.’ It’s hard for me to receive this blessing, but I know …
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4 Ways Nature Can Help You Connect with God
“You disclose Yourself to me in a variety of ways—words of Scripture just when I need them, helpful words spoken through other people, ‘coincidences’ orchestrated …
When God Calls You Out of Your Comfort Zone
“Help me to stay mindful of You as I go step by step through this day. Your Presence with me is a precious promise— and …
The Power of One
“I realize that You guide each of Your children individually. That’s why listening to You— through Scripture and prayer— is essential for me to find …
Shut the Lion’s Mouth: Deliverance in the Den
“When I’m feeling weighed down by things I regret, it’s as if I’m dragging my failures around like heavy chains clamped to my ankles. At …
God Knows What We’ll Face
“Quietness and trust enhance your awareness of My Presence with you. Do not despise these simple ways of serving Me. Although you feel cut off …
5 Questions to Ask Your Friends at Coffee
“I know there is a time for planning, but it’s definitely not all the time—or even most of it. I really want to live in …
Being Thankful for the Hard & Holy
“I’ve discovered that the best way to make friends with my troubles is to thank You for them. This counterintuitive act opens my mind to …
Trust Him with Open and Closed Doors
“Having a seeking heart opens me up to receive more of You. The Bible gives me clear instructions: Keep on asking and it will be …
When Love Spills Over
“Only in You can I find lasting Joy. There are many sources of happiness in this world, and sometimes they spill over into Joy— especially …
Last Picked Has Its Perks
“When I prize You above all else, delighting in You as my First Love, I’m protected from feeling fragmented. You are the One who completes …
When You Serve Them, You Serve God
“Because of Your amazing sacrifice for me, I want to serve You with every fiber of my being. I know that my service is woefully …