Faithful Follower

Has there been someone you looked up, perhaps idolized, who you would follow to the ends of the earth? Was it a mentor who took the time to both teach and correct you as you were growing up? Is it a parent who you continue to respect and follow their advice? Having someone we respectContinue reading “Faithful Follower”

Strength and Peace

Do you need strength to overcome an obstacle or to make your way through a challenge? Are you looking for peace in the midst of chaos? Do you long for some quiet amid the noise? Have you turned to the one who can give you both? Have you asked God for what you need? OvercomingContinue reading “Strength and Peace”

Waiting for Righteousness

Are you waiting for something? Are you hoping it will come quickly? Does your object of desire need to grow? Will you assist in its growth? Do you need someone else to provide what you are waiting for? How long will you wait? Are you waiting for God to show you his plan? We waitContinue reading “Waiting for Righteousness”

Perfect Timing

Have you experienced a decree stating you are to do something you would rather not do? Did it come from upper management at your place of work? Was it a government mandate you didn’t agree with? What was your reaction? How did the mandate work out in the end? We sometimes wonder how upper managementContinue reading “Perfect Timing”

Magnify the Lord

Giving God the glory he deserves can easily slip our minds this time of year. We are busy preparing for gatherings, special services, and Christmas day. We scurry about trying to ensure everything is perfect. We cram in several places to be and many people to meet. But what was it like to be MaryContinue reading “Magnify the Lord”

Plow, Plant, Water

What do you think about when someone says they will testify? Do you think of criminal cases and courtrooms? Are you reminded of a previous experience? Do you think of a witness of an auto accident? Have you thought it can also apply to telling others about Jesus? There are many ways in which weContinue reading “Plow, Plant, Water”

The Shepherd

Do you need someone who will hold you tight and protect you? Would you like to have someone who will gather you in their arms when you are in anguish? Does having someone who will guide you along the right path sound good to you? All of us desire safety and protection. We may haveContinue reading “The Shepherd”

God’s Comfort

Are there times when you long for comfort? Is it during times of trial or sorrow or struggle? Where do you seek your comfort? Is there a specific person you go to? Is there a group of people? What if you had a person who could always comfort you? We all experience times when weContinue reading “God’s Comfort”

Bow to the Master

Are you head-strong and bent on being your own boss? Or will you work for someone else, and do as they instruct you to do? Are you seeking to be independent and not need assistance from anyone else? Or are you willing to accept the help of someone who can provide all you need? WeContinue reading “Bow to the Master”

Springs of Water

Are you need of refreshing? Do you feel as though you have been soaked, wrung out, and hung out to dry? Do you desire a fresh start? Are you looking for someone who can point you to a place of safety and comfort? Where are you looking? Are you looking to God? Sometimes we getContinue reading “Springs of Water”