Imagine someone saying, “I’ll pay off your credit card bill for you. And while I’m at it, I’ll pay off your credit card bill every month for the rest of your life.” That would be the deal of a lifetime!
That is exactly what God offers us if we agree to follow His Son. He will forgive us for every sin ... Read More
I used to be a heavy drinker. I know all about Just One More. That’s why I was so struck by those words at Bible Study Fellowship this week. I have said to God many times, please, give me just one more…
Miracle. Then I’ll believe.
Sign. Then I’ll know you love me.
Sin. Then I’ll obey you.
Day. Then I’ll ... Read More
I want to share with you one of the most beautiful prayers I have ever seen regarding fear. It was written by Saint Francis de Sales, but I believe the promises it includes are not just for the saints, they are for you and me, too. Thank you Donna M. for sharing this with me.
“Do not look forward in fear ... Read More
A whisper of truth that hits me hard: I would still rather have people tell me how great I am than tell me how great God is. At what point do we love God so much that we give up our egos? Please tell me it’s coming soon…
John the Baptist knew he was only on earth to prepare the way ... Read More
“Let us never forget the battles that have been fought for us, before us.” – Pastor Stephanie Tollefson
God, how many times a day do I fall off the path that leads to You? Help me to stay on track. When I’m tempted to do what is easy, but wrong, remind me why I choose to follow you. When it feels like the enemy is taking me over, save me. Please. You are so good, God. Thank you ... Read More
I want to walk through this day freely forgiving people who hurt me, because I know how often I hurt others and need their forgiveness.
“Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.” -Matthew 6:12
God, please give me just what I need today, not more and not less. Let me lie down my head tonight feeling neither entitled nor neglected in all areas of my life.
“Give us this day our daily bread.” -Matthew 6:11
God, help me to do everything I can to love others, because I know that’s when I’ll get to see Heaven right here on this earth.
“Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” -Matthew 6:10
My Father, Who is in Heaven, help me to keep Your name sacred by remembering how much power and majesty it holds.
“In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.” -Matthew 6:9
