Thoughts along the Journey…
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But if Not
Have you ever wondered what true faith looks like? The account of the three Hebrews who stood for God even in the face of a fiery furnace inspires us to take some dramatic stand for God, but we often don’t notice one crucial phrase in their reply to the wicked king.
Envy in Christian Ministry
When we accept Christ’s payment for our sins, He destroys both the penalty and power of sin in our lives. However, this side of heaven, we do still have a very real sin nature. And because we are but redeemed sinners, our service for the Lord can be tainted by sinful motives and attitudes. One sin that seems to arise often in the context of ministry is envy. How are we to respond?
Yield
If you were asked what street sign best characterizes this current season of your life, what would you say? Learning Ladyhood is called that for a reason, and this week’s post is about one of the lessons God is teaching me this summer.
Be Still and Know
Ever struggle with the uncertainties of life? God knows we are prone to worry and fret over things we don’t understand or can’t control. Thankfully, He has given us exactly the instructions we need to know how to deal with life’s many uncertainties!
Bereft, yet Blessed: Lessons from the Life of Anna
Anna’s part of the Christmas account is brief, but it puts an encouraging aspect of God’s character on display and points to the purpose behind the bleakest seasons of our lives.
What If?
This world can be a worrisome place. But God can help us turn worry into trust, and make our “what if”s shift into a whole new direction.
No Shadow of Turning
James 1:17 is my go-to verse when times are good, but what about when trials come? Can we still rest in the Father of Lights from whom all good gifts come when we can’t see His hand of goodness?
When We Don’t Understand
When I read through the gospels, I am always astounded at the disciples’ lack of understanding. But as I read in Luke 18 earlier this week, I was reminded that the disciples and I share a common trait.