Blemishes

“Return home and tell how much God has done for you.” So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for him. –Luke 8:39 I had this coffee table.  It was old and beat up, but nothing a new coat of paint couldn’t fix.  Three coats later the table…

Purpose

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28) God is forever working in the lives of His children.  Sometimes we need the perspective of time to see the manifestations of God’s work–the progress of His plans. …

Comfort Zones

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. –2 Timothy1:7 Comfort zones, we all have them and we hate leaving them. We get accustomed to our day to day routine, our inner circle, our safety nets. I was presented with an opportunity…

A Hedge of Protection

“Have You not made a hedge about him and his house and all that he has, on every side? You have blessed the work of his hands, and his possessions have increased in the land.” Job 1:10 Sometimes it’s hard for me to let go, to trust. I have certain things I hold dear; family…

I Will Trust in You

When I’m afraid, I will trust in you. (Psalm 56:3) Worry. Sometimes I struggle to trust God for the simplest of things.  It’s crazy. I trust Him to save my soul, but I struggle to trust Him with my work, family and finances.   I waste so much time dwelling on or anticipating things that don’t …

Moment by Moment

I’ve traveled so far.  I want to be holy, to be set apart for God.  I want my life to be transparent. I want Christ to manifest Himself through me. I’m a work in progress, I am learning and God is teaching; subtly, consistently,  impressing His truth upon my heart and mind through His word…

Take Every Thought

“…and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” (2 Corinthians 10:5) We are so reactive.  Our egos so easily bruised. Our defenses so readily engaged. It’s the way of the world, our pride runs deep.  But WE are to be set apart—WE should be different—lights. I’ve felt convicted of late, about…