Fear Not
Joseph was thinking continually about the situation, but his anxiety was without foundation. We need to exchange our fears for faith. God has not given us a spirit of fear.
Devotionals
The Joy of Christmas
Imagine if we just got up every morning
and say, “You are worthy, Lord, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing.”
Behold the Greater Purpose of Jesus’ Birth
We are still in the land of the living. The manuscript is still being written. God has a greater purpose, not only in sending Jesus, but in choosing us to bring Him glory.
Behold the Lamb
Jesus came to save us from ourselves. He came to save us from our decisions. He came to save us from our foolishness. He came to save us from the error of our way.
Carry It, Guard It, Use It, Give It
When you pray and ask God for wisdom like Solomon did, ask Him for strength, ask Him for direction. And when you do, what He gives you in response …
Walking in Newness
We have to stop rehearsing old memories that keep us from having a fresh start.
Those memories cannot hurt you without your permission.
Power to Endure
Endurance does not earn salvation — it reveals a heart that truly loves God. The crown of life James speaks about is eternal life itself, promised by God’s grace to the steadfast.
Does Your Yes Really Mean Yes?
Saying yes to the Lord will cost you something. You may say yes with your mouth, but your actions do not always show it. Saying yes is not easy, but Jesus said yes to the will of the Father.
Poured In to Pour Out
… our first response should be to carry what has been poured in, to guard it, use it, and then give it — to share it wit others to bless and encourage them.
Guarding the Treasure Poured into These Jars of Clay
Pastor talked about this deposit, and one of the questions he asked was,
Are we able to guard the deposit?
And that really challenged me.