The deed was done; the words were spoken. To me. Tears filled my eyes; my feelings were hurt. I was mad. Pure and simple. Well, not so pure. What had I done to deserve this? I should have said this. Why didn’t I say that? I replayed the incident in my mind for the umpteenth…
Category: Devotional
Tenderhearted
I heard of someone who made unwise choices throughout his life and ended up in a heap of troubles. He reaped what he sowed, I thought. Simple as that. After pondering this man’s situation another minute or two, I questioned why I felt so untouched for him. My heart was hard toward this person and…
Slowness
I was in denial, avoiding something I needed to do. Though I knew there would come a time I would have to deal with it, I intended to put it off as long as I could. When I could no longer resist God’s gentle prodding, I said, “Okay Lord, I’ll do it.” I felt guilty…
Not As Strong
Following the birth of my second child, I evaluated my new body. At that fateful moment I decided exercising would forever be a part of my life. That was over 25 years ago and I have kept my vow. My exercise routine has changed over the years. Treadmills, stair steppers, jumping rope, and lifting weights…
Foul-Weather Friend
I was talking to God about a problem, then another, and then one more. I wondered how long it had been since I told Him how thankful I am? I couldn’t remember. Not a good sign. I am a foul-weather friend. I thought to myself. Not that I have ever heard of a foul-weather friend,…
God Is Not Mad
“But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through Him!” Romans 5:8, 9 (NIV) Dear verse 9, where oh where have you been all of…
The Bare Word
John 4:46 tells of a man whose son was dying. When the man heard Jesus was nearby, he went straight to see Him. The man begged Jesus to come home with him and heal his son. Jesus didn’t mince words. He said, “…Unless you people are dazzled by a miracle, you refuse to believe.” (John…
The Leading Cause of Health and Healing
I have heard that stress is the leading cause of sickness and disease. If this is true, could peace be the leading cause of health and healing? God did not create our bodies to be consumed with stress, worry and fear. He designed us for love, joy, and peace. Let ‘s get it straight from…
Nothing Is Ever Truly New
When we experience difficulty, it can seem as if we are the only ones who have ever gone through such a tough time. No matter how alone we may feel, the Bible tells a different story. “History merely repeats itself. It has all been done before. Nothing under the sun is truly new. Sometimes people…
As Much As He Loves Jesus
“God loves you as much as He loves Jesus,” I heard the preacher say. I couldn’t believe my ears. Blasphemy! I thought. Then he read a Bible verse. Surely this verse was not in my bible or I would know about it. I have been reading the Bible most of my life and I couldn’t…