"God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him." James 1:12 (NLT). As I read this verse today, I heard God telling me that there is more to come; even in this life, there are greater things to come. Hold fast to the hope[...]
The other day I was rummaging around in my closet and came across a shirt that I hadn't seen in a long time. It had been so long since I had laid eyes on it that I had forgotten that I had it! Yet, at one time, it had been a focal point for me - worn at least once or twice weekly. I sometimes wonder if our freedom in and throug[...]
Radical Obedience Not partial, not convenient obedience, whole and complete submission. The promise attached to this obedience is life, multiplication and possession of new territory, new ground, and new breakthroughs. You have been wandering long enough. Fix your eyes north. Fix your eyes on Jesus. The wandering season ha[...]
It has been said that your daily habits have the power to change your life. We prioritize the little things that shape our mindset, goals, and relationships. I'm talking about consistency or being consistent. The dictionary defines consistency as; being in the habit of doing the same thing on a regular basis. Consistency is[...]
"Neglecting daily time with the Lord causes Division." During my morning prayer time today, the Lord suddenly showed me an image of flossing my teeth and how doing that daily equated to spending time in His presence. He was showing me that spending time daily in His presence was needed to get the junk out before it sank deep in[...]
Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 2 Corinthians 3:17. Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home Swing low, sweet chariot Coming for to carry me home These lyrics were penned sometime before 1860 by an African man called Wallace Willis. Although this is what he was[...]
Effective faith is based on a principle of submission to authority. "Now when Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to Him, pleading with Him, saying, 'Lord, my servant is lying at home paralyzed, dreadfully tormented.' And Jesus said to him, 'I will come and heal him.' The centurion answered and said, 'Lord, I am not[...]
Are you lost? Are you alone? Are you adrift in your circumstances? In the many “seasons” we experience throughout our lifetime, we can often find ourselves run aground on rocks of doubt and confusion. In these moments, we are commonly encouraged to “fear not” or “give it to God,” —- and these are good words to c[...]
The alarm shrilled at 3:15 a.m., but I was already up making coffee. I wouldn’t have wanted to do this every morning—a regular 5 a.m. weekday rise was a struggle enough. But this morning was exceptional and required the sleep sacrifice: my husband and I were flying to Mexico! An Uber, two airports, and two flights later, wit[...]
“Out of heaven, he let you hear his voice, that he might discipline you.” Deuteronomy 4:36 (ESV). There has never been before, nor ever will be, a God like Yahweh who has chosen a people unto Himself and proven his presence, power and faithfulness through mercy and signs and the provision of everything that was ever needed.[...]