Of Pebbles and Pearls

Irritations are inescapable. So why does God allow them? A trip to the beach gives us an illustration of what He plans to do with the abrasive things of life.

Gwendolyn Harmon 11/10/23 Gwendolyn Harmon 11/10/23

When You Have No Might

It is easy to look around at the things God has called us to do and feel inadequate, even feeble. But I was reminded recently through the account of God’s conversation with Gideon in Judges 6 that God already knows my feebleness—and plans to help.

Gwendolyn Harmon 5/19/23 Gwendolyn Harmon 5/19/23

The “Moment” of Affliction

When in the midst of pain or trial, it can seem like nothing else exists. But 2 Corinthians 4 gives us the true perspective.

Gwendolyn Harmon 10/28/22 Gwendolyn Harmon 10/28/22

Psalm 125:4 Smiled Upon

We all want God’s blessings upon our lives, but how does that work? Psalm 125:4 points out an important truth about God’s blessing.

Gwendolyn Harmon 5/6/22 Gwendolyn Harmon 5/6/22

When God Says No

No one likes being told no. But what do we do when it’s God telling us no? 2 Corinthians 12 contains a helpful truth about why God says no, and how we can respond with trusting hope, even when God’s answer to our prayers doesn’t line up with what we wanted.

Gwendolyn Harmon 2/11/22 Gwendolyn Harmon 2/11/22

Works, Grace, and the Gospel

Before we launch into a study of the fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22-23, it is helpful to take a broader look at the book of Galatians and learn about the context of the passage.

Thoughts along the Journey…