Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but …
We live by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7
Something Better
“I will see you again.” Our eyes met with determination. We looked at one another with solemn faces and definite nods that helped muster our faith and our confidence. This was not a forever goodbye. These were the last words I spoke to my dying sister. Our embrace had been one I didn’t want to let go. We had cried …
Praying the Psalms
(June 1, 2011 re-run) Today, as I read this Psalm, I knew this was a prayer that went beyond my human petitions. This prayer contains the weight of eternity. I’ve added my own words in italics. Care to pray with me? Oh Lord, Your statutes are WONDERFUL;therefore I obey them.the unfolding of your words givesLIGHT;it gives understanding to the simple. …
Keep my Lamp Burning
Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light. With your help I can advance against a troop; with my God I can scale a wall. As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the Lord is Flawless. He is a shield For all who take refuge in him. For who is God besides the …