He provides me rest in rich, green fields beside streams of refreshing water. He soothes my fears.Psalm 23:2 (VOICE) I love a day when I have nothing I need to do and I can just rest… Lord,You lead me to rest.I pray I may follow you,Leaving my caresresting on your capable shoulders.Thank you for being …
With you as my strength I can crush an enemy horde, advancing through every stronghold that stands in front of me.Psalm 18:29 (TPT) Sometimes I am under spiritual attack, and sometimes my negative thoughts attack me. There are also times it seems the world and circumstances have conspired against me. But whether it be spiritual, …
Jesus asked, “Who is my mother? Who are my brothers?” Then he pointed to his disciples and said, “Look, these are my mother and brothers. Anyone who does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother!”Matthew 12:48-50 (NLT) I’m fortunate to have a loving family. Still I can find …
But he answered me, “My grace is always more than enough for you, and my power finds its full expression through your weakness.” So I will celebrate my weaknesses, for when I’m weak I sense more deeply the mighty power of Christ living in me.2 Corinthians 12:9 (TPT) My depression comes and goes and I …
And I pray that he would unveil within you the unlimited riches of his glory and favor until supernatural strength floods your innermost being with his divine might and explosive power.Ephesians 3:16 (TPT) I need God’s power. When I am depressed, I feel powerless to rise above it. When I am anxious, I feel powerless …
Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.Isaiah 60:1 (ESV) I wasn’t created to sit in darkness. My purpose is to reflect the glory of the Lord. To shine. To sparkle. Lord,If you see me down in the dumps,Call me to arise.Remind me of who you …
…Christ loved the church. He gave up his life for her to make her holy and clean, washed by the cleansing of God’s word. He did this to present her to himself as a glorious church without a spot or wrinkle or any other blemish. Instead, she will be holy and without fault.Ephesians 5:25-27 (NLT) …
Christ suffered and died for sins once and for all—the innocent for the guilty —to bring you near to God by his body being put to death and by being raised to life by the Spirit.1 Peter 3:18 (TPT) Try as I might, I will never be enough. I cannot be good enough. I cannot …
The Lord isn’t slow to keep his promise, as some think of slowness, but he is patient toward you, not wanting anyone to perish but all to change their hearts and lives.2 Peter 3:9 (CEB) Depression brings a barrage of self-beating. The negative thoughts of “Why can’t I just…” or “I should…” In those times …
You who spend your days shrouded in darkness can now say, “We have seen a brilliant Light.” And those who live in the dark shadow land of death can now say, “The Dawning Light arises on us.”Matthew 4:16 (TPT) “Shrouded in darkness” is a great visual of the feeling of depression. But when I “see” …
The Far Reaches of Grace 