Are you a witness of God’s grace? Have you experienced His kindness when all seemed lost? Or when you deserved it the least? This is what Naomi and Ruth experienced this week in our journey through the book of Ruth. When Naomi’s family moved to Moab, their move wasn’t pleasing to God. Though we could justify this decision because of …
God’s Favor In Hard Days
What does God’s favor look like? Is it a life of ease and blessing? A beautiful house, great marriage, 2.5 children, and a white picket fence? Honestly, that’s usually where our American minds go, isn’t it? But God’s favor doesn’t always look like favor on the outside. Sometimes it does, but after studying the Bible for many years, I’ve noticed …
When God says,”No.”
Years ago, my husband and I asked a favor of a family member. We felt certain she would graciously say, “Sure!” But instead we received a shocking, flat, “No.” Stunned, my husband continued the conversation politely, but once the call was over, we sat in our living room in shock and disappointment. But it was such an unexpected answer, we …
His Timing Is Perfect
Have you ever walked into the grocery really fast just to pick up one thing, and out of the blue you ran into someone you’ve been meaning to call? You’ve intended to check on them; they’ve been you mind, but you’ve not gotten to it. Then, all of a sudden there they are standing in front of you at the …
How to Wait With Hope
It’s hard to wait when your heart is involved. Do you find yourself in any of these scenarios? Waiting for a loved one to be healed. Praying for someone you love to be saved. Waiting for the baby to be born and you’re two days PAST your due date. (Some of us are so thankful we’re way past this! We’ll …