Bible. Faith. Life.
Bible. Faith. Life.
discouragement, free printable, joy, Uncategorized
It’s my “word” for the year. Honestly, I’m not sure if I chose it because I kept seeing Pinterest images during Christmas with this word cleverly placed on mantels or doorposts or wreaths. But I gravitated to it. Something deep inside felt a twinge when I’d place my eyes on it, and so, that is how I chose …
Trust, Word Wednesday
“God helps those who helps themselves” is not from the Bible. Really. I’ve heard people quote it as if it were biblical, but you won’t find it there. Instead, we find verses like this one: “This is what the Sovereign LORD, the Holy One of Israel says, “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your …
prayer
The other morning as I prayed, the petitions rose beautifully. I felt the Spirit, and the prayers came from a deep place as I lifted up different people, individuals who I often fail to remember. It felt so good. I got up from my knees feeling rather spiritual. I’d partnered with the Divine. But the next day . . . …
faith, Uncategorized, Word Wednesday
The boat rocked violently back and forth and the waves threatened to capsize the small dingy. The storm had taken the disciples by surprise. A few hours earlier the sun had shone in a cloudless sky. Now they found themselves yelling for Jesus to wake up. How could he sleep through this storm? After a few desperate pushes on his …
Bite of Bread
If someone asked you why you believe what you believe, what would you tell them? The Bible tells us that we should have an answer for our faith. “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But …
