Oh, how I prospered! I left all my predecessors in Jerusalem far behind, left them behind in the dust. What’s more, I kept a clear head through it all. Everything I wanted I took—I never said no to myself. I gave in to every impulse, held back nothing. I sucked the marrow of pleasure out […]
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. (John 14:27) Peace! This is one of the sweetest promises found in God’s Word. We live in chaos at times. The world around […]
Here are the top 25 things I have learned from my toddler… Keep life simple. Don’t overcomplicate what having fun really looks like! Paper plates make great frisbees. If it’s got a spherical shape it’s a ball (oranges, clementines, and grapes Beware!) Imagination is powerful and can truly take you anywhere. Failure is the doorway […]
Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their reality–faith comprehends as fact what cannot be experienced by the physical senses]. (Hebrews 11:1, AMP) This last week, I was struck by the concept of faith over and over again. […]
Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. (Hebrews 12:14) One incredible thing I continue to learn through my boys is the power of grace. I can tell you that on a daily basis I need them to offer me grace. […]