If ever there was a valley of the shadow of death, it’s what the disciples faced on Good Friday. If ever there was a table prepared in the presence of enemies, it’s what Jesus did on Easter Sunday. The death and resurrection of Jesus forever disarmed the powers of hell. Today’s episode falls days before…
Obedience isn’t easy, but it IS possible. Today’s declaration contains a promise that—no matter how much we struggle to live right and do right—we absolutely CAN obey God. His divine power at work in us makes the impossible possible. What is a godly life? Vine’s Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words says a…
Have you ever given God an ultimatum? I only did it because I was desperate. My husband, Steve, was not convinced God would be okay with my ultimatum. Until I quoted the scripture that kept running over and over in my head. Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will…
Husbands and wives need to be on the same page, right? Soon after our son’s April wedding, Steve and I finally agreed to move forward with downsizing. If you read last week’s What Happened in April, you may have followed the link to a July 2021 post about the magnet on my refrigerator that says,…
Do you like it when God tells you to wait? I guarantee that at least 99 times out of 100, I’m not happy about it. I wrote about one of the rare times I welcomed waiting in my July 2021 post, When God Laughs. I told the story of delaying our decision to downsize, but…
The longer I walk with God, the less I believe in coincidence. Merriam-Webster defines a coincidence as “the occurrence of events that happen at the same time by accident but seem to have some connection”. God has a way of turning accidents into providence. In my previous post, I Went Missing to Find Joy, I…
Does anyone listen to CDs anymore? Years ago, I sold my CDs at the back of the house after events like women’s retreats, conferences and luncheons where I served either as worship leader or speaker. These days, you can find my music on Spotify and iTunes. I no longer engage in music ministry and I…
“We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding. Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord.” — Colossians 1:9b-10a (NLT) Last week’s Mid-Week Miracle, A Double Portion, included my promise to share the stunning revelation God gave me for my…
We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps. (Proverbs 16:9 NLT) Can I get a witness that the Lord not only determines, but also TIMES our steps? In my experience of striving to keep in step with the Lord, he walks WAY more slowly than my preferred pace. In my seasons of…
