How do I write encouragement when I am in the midst of battle? By writing my honest thoughts. At first, I had nothing I could think to write, and then I had titles come to mind like Stumbling Blocks, What Do I Do When I’m Not Enough, or The Devil Doesn’t Scream. Any one of …
Lord, my heart is meek before you. I don’t consider myself better than others. I’m content to not pursue matters that are over my head— such as your complex mysteries and wonders— that I’m not yet ready to understand. I am humbled and quieted in your presence. Like a contented child who rests on its …
One minute I’m confident and the next minute I’m full of doubt. Have you ever felt that way? Sometimes I write it off as just a cloudy day, knowing the sunshine will bring back my enthusiasm. But I see a pattern, one that needs breaking. “Jesus, I need a little help here.” “For I know …
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“What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.” The father instantly cried out, “I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief!” Mark 9:23-24 NLT I was contemplating the challenging parts of the Bible as I wrote my blog on Monday. I’m sure you can relate. Those …
I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Jesus Christ.Philippians 1:6 (MEV) I was a shy child who grew into a woman lacking confidence. Every bad decision or failed endeavor chipped away at my ability to move forward into the …
Today, let’s look at some of the reasons we don’t get the answers we’re hoping for. This first scripture gives us two hints. Can you find them? You jealously want what others have so you begin to see yourself as better than others. You scheme with envy and harm others to selfishly obtain what you …
If God can clothe the fields and meadows with grass and flowers, can’t he clothe you as well, O struggling one with so many doubts?... So don’t ever be afraid, dearest friends! Your loving Father joyously gives you his kingdom realm with all its promises!Luke 12:28,32 (TPT) I have been living in a time of …
The Far Reaches of Grace 