I was listening to a minister the other day and he spoke about a time when he had a debt that was in the millions of dollars – and it kept growing each month. He prayed and prayed over it and it just kept getting worse. One day the Lord spoke to him and told […]
Did you know one of the remedies for trauma is to sing? It is! Isn’t that amazing. I discovered this one year when my daughter had a four-wheeler accident on her farm. Unfortunately, the four-wheeler landed on her, and she was banged up quite a bit. A couple days after one thing was bothering her […]
There is a scripture that has been on my mind a lot this week. It is found in 2 Corinthians 12. I am sure you are familiar with it. And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, most gladly I will rather boast […]
This morning as I was praying, the Lord brought a scripture to mind that I want to share with you today. Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life. Proverbs 4:23 The Amplified says it like this; Keep and guard your heart with all vigilance and above all […]
It has been said, “Some peace only comes after war.” This statement came to mind as I listened to a riveting story from a marine who had been given an assignment from his command during a time of war. His instruction was to visit front-line soldiers. The number of casualties were growing daily. His commander […]
My sister and I spent our Saturday making prayer quilts. It was a pleasant and peaceful day. While sewing, my sister didn’t get her block lined up exactly right in one spot. One small area on the entire quilt. She was stressing over this one little mistake. “Don’t worry about it, it will disappear when […]
Recently, as I walked into my back door, I suddenly heard the Lord speak to me. He simply said, “I am coming.” My heart leapt at these words! I knew He wasn’t talking about coming back for His church. I knew instantly, it was something different. So, I continued to listen for His voice. I […]
Recently, as I walked into my back door, I suddenly heard the Lord speak to me. He simply said, “I am coming.” My heart leapt at these words! I knew He wasn’t talking about coming back for His church. I knew instantly, it was something different. So, I continued to listen for His voice. I […]
Some days I begin studying one subject in the Word of God and end up on a totally different trail. Today was one of those times. I began studying the parable of the ten virgins. As I went from scripture to scripture, I don’t even know how it happened, but I ended up studying the word righteous. It […]
Over the weekend, my sister, daughter, and I visited a quilting store out of town. We have only been there a handful of times – but it is one of our favorite places. While driving home, I said to my daughter, “I love going there. It always amazes me that they know all our names […]
Are you in the middle of a conflict? I heard a statement recently that completely caught my attention. “If God doesn’t deliver you from a conflict, or if He doesn’t take you around a conflict, it is because He has equipped you to obtain victory in the conflict.” It caused me to reflect on the […]
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30 This […]
Sleep on now and take your rest. Matthew 26:45 A friend and I were discussing this very scripture recently. These are the words Jesus said to the disciples after urging them to stay away and pray with Him. I have read the above scriptures a hundred times, but it never really hit home for me […]
To have the abiding presence of God, the atmosphere around you will play a vital part in creating a resting place for God. Psalm 132:13-14 says, For the LORD has chosen Zion; He has desired it for His home: “This is My resting place forever and ever; here I will dwell, for I have desired […]
Did you know that we are moments, or a couple thoughts, away from the temptation to fear or become discouragement on a daily basis? It’s true. At any given moment we can be given news that attempts to turn our world of faith and peace upside down. I know I have had days like that […]
2 Corinthians 13:1 says, By the mouth of two or three witnesses every word shall be established. I often think of this scripture when there are times numerous people share a scripture with me. And when I hear two or three preachers preaching on the exact same subject, I tune in and pay attention. This […]
Today I was reminded of something that happened with Bryson when he was just a little fella. We were out in the front yard, and he was trying to reach a star. He was jumping as high as he could at two years old. He continued this for a long time and each time he […]
I was sitting in my prayer chair reading my Bible one day last week. One would think it would be the most relaxing place for me. Normally, it is. However, with the challenge of the past 6 months, I noticed something alarming that morning. I realized my body was not at rest – it was […]
“Life would be impossible without the atmosphere.” Of course, we know that is true as far as living on the earth goes, yet we fail to recognize how important atmospheres are in our home and in our lives. Things happen when the atmosphere is conducive for it. We see that in the earth. When the […]
A friend once told me a story that was quite profound. This story has remained with me for several years. I want to share it with you today. She shared with me about the men who play in the Super Bowl. She reminded me that the men who are on the winning team receive Super […]