Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his steadfast love. Psalm 33:18 (ESV). Hagar Narrowed eyes, an aggressive stance, and ugly words spit in rage; I may have deserved it, but the hostility in Sarai’s high-pitched voice shocked me. Everyone in the vicinity knew her threats were no joke.[...]
"Above him stood the seraphim; each had six wings: with two, he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. And one called to another and said: "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!" Isaiah 6:2-3 (RSV). It is impossible to fully understand the holiness of God[...]
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8 (ESV). In a time where many things are being questioned and, in some cases, changed, what remains trustworthy? This is an important question to consider. While the rumbling under our feet might be louder than usual, I can almost guarantee there have been sea[...]
Then Moses said to God, “If I come to the people of Israel and say to them, ‘The God of your fathers has sent me to you,’ and they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ what shall I say to them?” God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM.” Exodus 3:13-14a (ESV). “I AM WHO I AM”—a statement full of power and authority, yet f[...]
By this we shall know that we are of the truth and reassure our heart before him; for whenever our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and he knows everything. 1 John 3:19-20 (ESV). My breathing was shallow, my hands shaky, and my conscience full of shame. Even though it was a cold February day, I was sweating pro[...]
“FOR I AM NOT ASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. ” Romans 1:16 (NIV). I love how God places scriptures in our hearts. Sometimes for the moment and sometimes to be released when He knows you need to remember. I recall[...]
'I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye. Do not be like the horse/mule, which have no understanding, which must be harnessed with bit & bridle, else they will not come near you.' Psalm 32:8-9 NKJV Do you ever feel like you've made a wrong choice, said the wrong thing, or di[...]
"You will tread on the lion and the adder; the young lion and the serpent you will trample underfoot. Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him because he knows my name. When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. With long life I will[...]
We live in this odd tension of ever-changing rhythms, rediscovered purposes, and many emotions. The good news is God's view of us remains the same, and we are His beloved children. We must remind ourselves of this truth and treat God's creation (you) with the same love He has for you! Here are a few things to remember. Be kind[...]
It's January, and I have no desire to put away my Christmas decorations. However, my tree seems to have different ideas. The strands of lights on this 5-year-old, pre-lit beauty have been blowing one by one (beginning on Christmas Eve!) like candles on a birthday cake. There's only one working set left—the set I bought on the[...]