James 1:2-4 speaks about the importance and value of perseverance. We can learn from this little squirrel! I speak from personal experience, recovering from a brain tumor is not easy! Overcoming ANY adveristy is a challenge. However, we are given trials to bring about our refinement and sanctification. Endure and persevere for, like this squirrel … Continue reading
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 (NKJV) “And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. Then … Continue reading
A devotion by Cheryl Zelenka http://facingtrials.com “Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content” Philippians 4:11 (NKJV) “So likewise, whoever of you does not forsake all that he has cannot be My disciple.” Luke 14:33 (NKJV) “For I consider that the sufferings of this … Continue reading
“To everything there is a season, a time for every purpose under heaven” Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NKJV) Fall is a wonderful time for harvesting spiritual fruit. Yes, fruit now ripe and sweet in the eyes of God. Fruit grown from the seeds He sowed during your spiritual Springtime. Just as God created physical seasons on earth, there are also … Continue reading
A short devotion by Cheryl Zelenka But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23 (NKJV) “GOODNESS and KINDNESS live in the hearts of those who have suffered greatly, as the wounded tend to learn compassion through their misery. GENTLENESS is born … Continue reading
A short devotion by Cheryl Zelenka“Pray without ceasing” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NKJV) We make the mistake of calling out to God only when we are in despair, instead of talking to Him EVERY DAY. We need His help and guidance all the time, not just when tragedy strikes. Building a RELIANCE on God is a … Continue reading
“Hope begins in the dark, the stubborn hope that if you just show up and try to do the right thing, the dawn will come. You wait and watch and work: You don’t give up.” ~Anne Lamott “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so … Continue reading
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that … Continue reading
“For He knows our frame; He remembers that we are dust.” Psalm 103:14 (NKJV) “Blows that hurt cleanse away evil, as do stripes the inner depths of the heart.” Proverbs 20:30 (NKJV) When we are in the midst of a trial, it is easy to fall into self- pity. We may even find ourselves angry with … Continue reading
“Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” Romans 5:5 (NKJV) “And … Continue reading
“To be grateful is to recognize the love of God in everything He has given us — and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it brings with it immense graces from Him.” – … Continue reading
“This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 (NKJV) “But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant.” Matthew 23:11 (NKJV) Every new day that arrives is a blessing. It is a new beginning and a new start. Each new day is an opportunity to … Continue reading
“He has made His wonderful works to be remembered; the Lord is gracious and full of compassion. “ Psalm 111:4 (NKJV) “But as for me, when they were sick, my clothing was sackcloth; I humbled myself with fasting; and my prayer would return to my own heart. I paced about as though he were my … Continue reading
“I will bring the one–third through the fire, Will refine them as silver is refined, And test them as gold is tested. They will call on My name, And I will answer them. I will say, ‘This is My people’; And each one will say, ‘The Lord is my God.” Zechariah 13:9 (NKJV) It is so hard to see those we … Continue reading
“The Lord God is my strength; He will make my feet like deer’s feet, and He will make me walk on my high hills.” Habakkuk 3:19 (NKJV) I love the book, Hinds Feet in High Places by Hannah Hurnard. I so identify with the main character, Much-Afraid. When facing past trials, I always fell prey to panic and … Continue reading
“The Lord is good to all, and His tender mercies are over all His works.” Psalm 145:9 (NKJV) I have been blessed with many good things. I CHOOSE not to focus on the pains and sorrows. I will learn from them, but the blessings of God are wondrous. I know there are many more to … Continue reading
“I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit.” John 15:1-2 (NKJV) Loving with action is not always easy. Love does not constantly take the form of … Continue reading
“But our God is in heaven; He does whatever He pleases.” Psalm 115:3 (NKJV) “For this is God, Our God forever and ever; He will be our guide even to death.” Psalm 48:14 (NKJV) I have had to make a lot of decisions on my own. Never having been married, I had to learn … Continue reading
“For I see that you are in the gall of bitterness and in the bond of iniquity.” Acts 8:23 (ESV) I am learning that when I compare my life to others…. a spirit of discontent, insecurity, or even a root of bitterness and jealousy will rise up and attack me. But when I look around … Continue reading
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” Psalm 19:1 (NIV) The colors God decides to use in your life today are beautiful, even if they are dark blues, grays, or even black. However, He loves to paint with all the colors of the universe and will surely … Continue reading
Hold Me Jesus by Rich Mullins “Sometimes my life don’t make sense at all When the mountains look so big And my faith seems so small So hold me Jesus Cuz I’m shaking like a leaf You have been King of my glory Won’t you be my Prince of peace.” There are times when weariness … Continue reading
“Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16 (NKJV) Grace means to get something that you do not deserve; unmerited favor. May the grace of God rain down upon you today! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcGJb-mPMmg “Just as the sinner’s despair … Continue reading
“I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.’” Psalm 91:2 (NKJV) There is beauty in the name of Jesus. He is the Author of Eternal Salvation, the Consolation of Israel, the Great High Priest, Holy One Of God, and The Door. I can’t … Continue reading
“We have to pray with our eyes on God, not on the difficulties.” Oswald Chambers “Pray without ceasing” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (NAS) When you approach the throne of God, you should do so with confidence. With praise and a thankful heart, share your prayer requests with your Father. However, you should be aware of any … Continue reading
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