Relief from Bitterness of Soul
The Lord will save me, and we will play my music on stringed instruments all the days of our lives, at the house of the Lord. (Isaiah 38:20) Hezekiah, the king of Israel, was 39 years old when he heard
Continue reading“Your testimonies also are my delight; they are my counselors.” – Psalm 119:24
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How To Weep With Those Who Weep – “Just as we are commanded to weep with God’s people, so we are commanded to weep with him. God gives us grief in order that we may share his heart for his
Continue readingANNOUNCING the First Two Disability-Themed LifeLine Mini-Books
Here is exciting news for those affected by disabilities, and those who minister to them. In partnership with Joni & Friends, many have been working diligently to begin a new category within the LifeLine Mini-Books. The first two are now
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Jesus Knows the Pain of Betrayal More than Anyone
Betrayal began in the Garden of Eden. Actually, technically speaking, betrayal began in the angelic realm first—when Lucifer rebelled against God, and took an army of angels with him. Lucifer, the most glorious of all the angels whom God created,
Continue readingLook To Your Inheritance
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, an inheritance that
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6 Tips for Navigating the New Tax Laws – “Remember, refunds are interest-free loans to the federal government. If you are in the habit of receiving large returns, adjust your withholding (and mindset) to use the monthly increase in pay
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Mourning for Sarah
Sarah lived 127 years; these were the years of the life of Sarah. And Sarah died at Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan, and Abraham went in to mourn for Sarah and to weep for her. (Genesis
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God Has Not Forgotten You
Has God forgotten to be gracious? (Psalm 77:9) The pain of loss can lead you to feel alone, even forgotten. The lack of answers to your Why questions. A lack of a sense of what society calls closure; that is,
Continue readingHow to Find Joy When You’ve Lost It
Psalm 30 reveals David as a man who ultimately triumphs in joy, and through joy. But it was not always that way, all of the time. In his journey from sorrow to joy, we see why the Holy Spirit preserved
Continue readingYou Cannot Live On Bread Alone
[Jesus] answered, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” (Matthew 4:4) The Bible is the living word of the living God. Therefore, you cannot live without
Continue readingPlease Pray for My Writing
Dear reader: Thank you for reading this blog. It’s humbling to me that you would use up a few minutes of your day to do so. Blogging is a joy to me for many reasons. Here are two: First, writing
Continue readingJesus Is An Understanding Priest
For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. (Hebrews 4:15) Genuine sympathizers are not a dime a
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Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. (Colossians 4:2) Maybe you always know how to pray. I don’t. There are times I can’t find words. Times I can’t seem to articulate my needs to God, especially in
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When Abstinence Is Wrong – “The lack of sex in marriage contributes to Satan’s success in some people’s lives.” 7 Better Ways to Use Your Tax Refund – “Receiving a refund check has become a strangely normal piece of financial
Continue readingBringing Refreshment to Others
May the Lord grant mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, for he often refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chains…(2 Timothy 1:16) Have you experienced the power of encouragement in a time of loss or abandonment? I remember
Continue readingFeed Your Soul More than Leftovers
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. (Lamentation 3:22-23) As a child, I didn’t mind eating leftovers. Mom’s spaghetti or chili tasted even
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Why Are You Cast Down, O My Soul?
Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God. Psalm 42:5 Grief and loss can lead to many questions.
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Christ Is Mine Forevermore
This past Sunday evening, we had a praise and prayer night at church. During a time of personal reflection this song was sung to us. I’d not heard it before, but its rich lyrics ministered to my soul. Mine are
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