As I write this post for the second time, I am reminded that God is good, He has a sense of humor and He'll test our words. Do we truly live out what we say? I wrote this article two days ago. My computer had started glitching a few days prior to me finishing the article. My mail would quit. I couldn't upload videos to my YouTube Channel. Photoshop would suddenly … [Read more...] about Replacing Worry with Faith
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Tenacious Faith
Tenacious faith means that no matter what negative news or situation that comes your way, you will continue to hang onto hope despite all odds. The Gentile Woman’s story found in Matthew 15.21-28 (NLT) illustrates this unwavering faith. The woman’s daughter had been torturously demonized, and she would not give up hope that Jesus would heal her — even when He said He would … [Read more...] about Tenacious Faith
Jumping In: 5 Verses to Boost Your Faith
Jumping into Faith Remember as a little kid during the summer, you stood on the diving board staring down at the translucent water. You could see all the way down to the bottom of the 8-foot pool, and your young mind said, "This isn't possible. If you jump, you will fall and hurt yourself." However, your family and friends coaxed in reassuring voices, "It's okay! Just … [Read more...] about Jumping In: 5 Verses to Boost Your Faith
My Quiet Time: A Routine of 11
I have found that as I pray daily, I am more prepared when crisis hits. I also have greater sense of well-being after I've allowed God's goodness to pour over me. I don't have to wait until a problem occurs to enjoy time with God. My relationship with Him is deepened, and I'm filled with His goodness each new day as I rest in His presence. I have experienced times of deep … [Read more...] about My Quiet Time: A Routine of 11
Replacing Lies with Truth: 10 Bible Verses
Replace Lies with Truth Knowing God's Word, the Bible, has never been more important than now. Fear is rampant today, and the enemy feasts on fear. It feels like lies, accusations and discord are everywhere, and God's people are suffering. However, we can fight back the way Jesus fought back when He went through spiritual warfare in the desert--with God's Word (Matthew 4). … [Read more...] about Replacing Lies with Truth: 10 Bible Verses
Creating a Life of Faith
According to God's Word, "...faith brings our hopes into reality and becomes the foundation needed to acquire the things we long for. It is all the evidence required to prove what is still unseen" (Hebrews 11.1 TPT). Believing God at His Word establishes our righteousness or right-standing with God (Romans 4.3). Why? Because our righteousness can never come in our own … [Read more...] about Creating a Life of Faith
Joy and Rest are Yours
The Bible says "...there is a special rest still waiting for the people of God" (Hebrews 4.9 NLT) and that we can "Always be full of joy in the Lord" (Philippians 4.4 NLT). Although this joy and rest can happen instantly by the grace of God, many times we will have to "do our best to enter that rest" (Hebrews 4.11 NLT). There are three mains ways we can enter … [Read more...] about Joy and Rest are Yours
Life of Purpose
God gives each of us promises that are attached to two things. First, those promises are attached to our one-of-a-kind design. God has created us uniquely with strengths and weaknesses that enable us to achieve the great things He has in store for us. Second, those promises are attached to the throne of God. As we chase our God-given promises, God is able to mold us … [Read more...] about Life of Purpose
