“For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.” Philippians 2:13
When I read this verse, it is not hard for me to believe that God works through people. I see it all the time. God does some great things through some great people...
“If you want to know what God wants you to do, ask him, and He will gladly tell you, for He is always ready to give a bountiful supply of wisdom to all who ask Him.” James 1:5
Praying is talking to God; meditation is listening for the answer. Often my nature does not lend...
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heaven; a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build up, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn...
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28
I was blessed to have a mother that I loved as my mother and cherished as a friend and confidante. That’s not always true for every...
“Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
Stress...
“Do not withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act.” Proverbs 3:27
“What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes...
“Jesus said, Father forgive them for they know not what they do.” Jesus said to the repentant thief; “Today you will be with me in paradise.” Luke 23:34, 43
“If you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something...
“But people who aren't spiritual can't receive these truths from God's Spirit. It all sounds foolish to them and they can't understand it, for only those who are spiritual can understand what the Spirit means.” 1 Corinthians 2:14
It is common for us to reflect upon...
“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the law and the Prophets.” Matthew 7:12
There have been numerous instances that have had a significant impact on my faith and strong Christian commitment. One of the instances that has reinforced my...
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1
On a cold Saturday in January 1985 my husband, children, and I were preparing for a cold winter day in our country farmhouse. The children had just come downstairs and were...