Give Thanks
In every situation [no matter what the circumstances] be thankful and continually give thanks to God; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (AMP) It is quiet. Not the normal quiet of my early morning latte and devotions. Not the...
Mercy and Grace
So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. (Hebrews 4:16 NLT) For the past three years I have chosen a "Word for the Year." It may have been chosen out of...
I’m an atheist
For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 (NLT) "I'm an atheist." I wasn't sure I heard her correctly. As the conversation continued I knew that I had. This...
Water-walker
Then Peter called to him, “Lord, if it’s really you, tell me to come to you, walking on the water.” “Yes, come,” Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. Matthew 14:27-29 (NLT) Want a catchy title for a book? If You...
It Is What It Is
Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. Philippians 4:11 (NLB)) While at the bakery, I ran into a friend from church and we chatted while my latte was being whipped up about the changes occurring as we have recently...
Such a time…
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before his eyes, and he is the one to whom we are accountable. Hebrews 4:13 (NLT) While studying the book of Esther at Bible Study, I noticed that the Jews had chosen to stay in exile in the...