Into the Slimy Pit (#3)
((#3 in series, How God Rescues Us From Our Messes) God is merciful, even through our trials. He tried to prevent me from falling into my messy pit. If I had trusted him better, perhaps I could have saved myself … Continued
Out of Tune: (How God Rescues Us From Our Messes #2)
Tune me up, Lord. Bring every part of my being into harmony with your heart and mind. Play your beautiful music through me to express your love, drawing others into your heart. May I, in tune with you, speak healing … Continued
How God Rescues Us From Our Messes: Introductory Post on Mercy Series
Oh wow! that’s me! I thought, gripped by the Isaiah verse listed below. (This was in 1982). Satan had tricked me and I had fallen into an emotional pit which made a mess of my life. As I reread this verse and … Continued
Freedom: From What? To What?
We are blessed to live in a free country, and soon we will celebrate our Independence Day. But we are even more blessed if we are also free in Christ. What does that mean? Perhaps this Bible Reading plan for … Continued
Because Jesus lives in us, we can bear fruit
Topical Bible-Reading Plan for June: Fruit of the Spirit (You may print out this page and use it for your daily Bible reading.) I encourage you to meditate on these verses. Ask the Holy Spirit what He’d like to tell you in … Continued
Topical Bible-Reading for May: Faith
Topical Bible-Reading for May: Faith Faith is trust and confidence in who God is and what he has said and done. “By grace, [the unmerited love of God] you have been saved [from eternal punishment], through faith [in Jesus Christ],” … Continued
May You Overflow With Hope
Topical Bible-Reading Plan for April: You may print out this page and use it for your daily Bible reading. I compiled it for our church newsletter, The Focus. Because Jesus lives, we have hope. Day 1. I Thess. 4:13-18. Hope that loved … Continued
Who is Righteous?
Have you ever wondered how God determines righteousness? How much right living does it take to be considered righteous? In one verse, it says “Be holy, for I am holy,” (1 Peter 1:15-16, quoting Lev.11:44-45). Whoa! Who can be as … Continued
Do You Have Abundant Life?
During a certain, long ago period in my life, I felt a cloud of despondency envelop me from day to day. Loss of loved ones, chronic illness, and a general feeling of failure kept me from enjoying life and feeling … Continued