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 […]
I recently saw words on an advertisement that caught my attention. The bold lettered words said, “Plan Your Day…Grow Your Life.” Proverbs 16:3 in the Amplified Bible says, Commit your works to the Lord [submit and trust them to Him], and your plans will succeed [if you respond to His will and guidance]. We can’t […]
I believe we are in a season where the goodness of God is being poured out this year in an unprecedented way. I have been praying and declaring this promise over myself, my staff and my partners. Last week I began asking God if I needed to do anything else concerning this prayer. Then something […]
Today I was reminded of a newscast I once saw. It was during hurricane season, and it showed the houses that had been destroyed by the hurricane. It was a scene that stays with me. As the camera lens spanned the beach, piles of wood and debris lay where houses once stood – expect for […]
A recent study quoted, “a person needs just three things to be truly happy in this world: someone to love, something to do, and something to hope for.” As I read this quote, I began to think about hope and how it relates to our daily life. It’s a truth that those who have no […]
Yesterday I shared with you about my cucumbers and how God is speaking to me about the season of multiplication we are in concerning seeds sown. Today, I want to share something else with you that I feel was a confirmation of this very thing. God has really been expounding on the power of seeds […]
At this time of year, I am blessed to partake of the vegetables I planted beginning to produce harvest. While I didn’t plant much this year, I have been overwhelmed with the harvest of the things I did plant – especially the cucumbers. Now, I love cucumbers, but a person can only eat so many. […]
“Before every reaction there is first an action.” This is what God spoke to me this morning as I was studying the book of Philippians. I want to talk with you this morning about a very familiar scripture from the Amplified Bible. It is found in Philippians 4:19. And my God will liberally supply, fill […]
“Pray for a second wind” the Lord whispered to me during a moment of utter exhaustion. I felt I had nothing left to give, but that is where the second wind makes its entrance. It’s when the finish line is within sight, yet the runner is exhausted with nothing left to give. Even though they […]
Father, we thank You for this great land and for Your promises. Today, may freedom ring across the Blessed United States of America – that is our prayer! The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, has been a federal holiday since 1941. However, the traditions of this day go back to the 18th […]
A victorious life – it’s what we all strive for. It’s why I do what I do – to show others that a life of victory in God is possible. Nothing encourages me more than hearing one of our writings been a blessing and has given someone a reason to hope. I once received an […]