“ . . . And He will be called . . . Everlasting Father . . .” Isaiah 9:6 Happy New Year, dear one! I pray that 2014 brings you closer than ever to Jesus and that you fully experience what He died to give you. I hope to. We have spent the last couple […]
“ . . . And he will be called . . . Mighty God . . . “ Isaiah 9:6 The birthday of our Lord is quickly approaching! I pray this Christmas will open for you a new revelation of who Jesus really is. He is so much more than I ever thought He was. […]
“ . . . And He will be called Wonderful Counselor . . . “ Isaiah 9:6 Have you ever wished you could have your own, personal adviser? I’m not just talking about financial advice or help in making major decisions. I’m talking about someone who holds every answer, even to the questions you don’t […]
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6 I trust by now you’ve had your fill of turkey, stuffing, and apple pie—or whatever special foods your […]
Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe. Hebrews 12:28 Did you notice that God links acceptable worship with gratitude? You and I cannot properly revere God, dear one, without recognizing that He is the source of every good […]
“My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.” John 17:15 I find it interesting that as Jesus knelt in the garden preparing to go to the cross, He clarified what He was not praying. Did you notice that? Think about it for […]
“The one who trusts will never be dismayed.” Isaiah 28:16b The Lord stirred up a fresh thought in Bible study this week that I find myself still chewing on. I tend to process things better when I share them, so I’m inviting you in for a taste. Here’s the morsel. Surrender differs from trust. I’ll […]
I have nothing to offer you today. Seriously. I sat at my computer several times over the last few days praying for divine inspiration to share with you. What do they need, Lord? What do you want to speak through me? Several times I felt I had a direction, and my fingers began to move […]
Perhaps you can’t relate to this, but occasionally, I get angry. And when I do, I have a list of very valid reasons that explain why I have every right to feel that way. If I choose to feed that anger, it can turn into something pretty ugly. Just ask my husband. After nineteen years, he’s witnessed […]
This week’s Word comes from a friend of mine who has spent the last three years battling colon cancer. Today Wendy Stauffer, founder of Ultimate Wellness (www.UltimateWellness.jigsy.com), shares her thoughts on her journey so far. Recently, God changed her view of her situation. Her words stirred my soul as I thought of the many times […]
