“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 …
trusting God
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 …
Weaving a Web of Faith
“Through reading Your Word, I’ve seen that waiting, trusting, and hoping are intricately connected— like golden strands woven together to form a strong chain. I …
The Art of Unplugging
“Whenever I’m feeling inadequate or overwhelmed, I love being able to lean on You, Lord. You remind me that I am more than adequate when …
Ignoring God’s Warning Signs
“I long to encounter You in the midst of my circumstances. So I’ll look for signs of Your Presence as I walk along the path …
Happiness Vs. Joy
“The Joy I have in You is independent of my circumstances. I am never separated from You, and in Your Presence there is fullness of …
The Tomorrow Trap
“Teach me how to live more fully in the present— refusing to worry about tomorrow. I really do want to live present tense in Your …
Surrendering Our Desires
by Jamie Ivey
“The truth is, You are the Center— and everything revolves around You. So I need to make my plans tentatively, seeking Your …
The First Step of Forgiveness: Wanting to Learn How
“Help me to trust You enough to accept the full forgiveness that You offer me continually. This glorious gift cost You Your Life, and it …