“I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 (ESV) “Apart from me you can do nothing.” Jesus’ words grate against our current culture’s gospel of self-empowerment. While society views dependence …
Category Archives: Devotion
Strongholds
The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. 2 Corinthians 10:4 (NIV) When the apostle Paul refers to strongholds, he is not speaking about stone structures but spiritual fortifications that try to exclude God or deny His existence; twisted arguments, warped …
Unfinished Creations
And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ returns. Philippians 1:6 (NLT) I have several unfinished paintings and needlework projects in my closet. I never seem to find the time or energy to pull them out …
When You’re at Your Lowest
Guest Post by C.A. Simonson “He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.” (Psalm 23:2-3-NRSV) Many seek the next high with its wins and successes. Of course, everyone likes mountaintop experiences, but eventually, all must face reality. It’s easy to fall prey to insecurity and depression …
Faithful God
He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey his commands. Deuteronomy 7:9 (NLT) His face was streaked with tears and his bottom lip quivered as he sat behind the customer service desk. Somehow, in my rush to get …
THE KINDNESS OF GOD
There are times when I, like the dog, take a stance, bark my opinion, and feel all-knowing. In those moments of my ignorance, God waits with kindness and patience. When I’m all barked out and ready to listen, ready to be teachable, and ready to repent from my error, God speaks.
Where to Find Peace in Such a Troubled World
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” John 14:27 (ESV) Politics. Wars. Famines. Global Warming. Mass shootings. There is more than enough in our present-day world to cause fear, anxiety, and …
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This Day
Each day is a precious gift from God. But busyness without God is just like walking on a treadmill; it looks good but gets you nowhere. My primary goal should always be to glorify God.
Writing His-Story
Guest post by Author Cassie Downs Staring out at the ocean, I can’t help being in awe of this splendid masterpiece God painted so long ago. The strength and the force he drew within the tide. With each stroke of His hand, God painted strength and beauty right into every drop of water. God is …
Holiness
Oh, that I might always remember to step into His sacred presence with an attitude of humility, respect, and honor. Let me never get so ‘comfortable’ living in His grace that I lose sight of His holiness. For it is in recognizing my sinfulness in the light of His holiness that I am reminded how blessed I am to receive His pardon and His grace.