I adore hiking in the mountains. Over the years, I’ve been blessed to walk trails around the country. The clean outdoor air clears my lungs and my mind, and I feel closer to the Lord in the stillness of God’s nature. The times I’ve had those opportunities are joy-filled… Best. … Continue reading →
How does God view those who sin, who do the wrong things and want to return to Him? Does God stand with crossed arms and a scowl waiting to punish? Although Peter had promised Jesus he would be there for Him no matter what, Peter had run when Jesus was … Continue reading →
The cross and laying down our lives to carry our cross to follow Jesus Christ, do not seem like positive topics that bring joy. However, the cross of Jesus Christ shows the depth of our sins and the depth of our Father’s love. For God so loved the world that … Continue reading →
Have you ever watched a small child? The smallest object can be a source of squealing delight. A flower, a ladybug, and even a weed can capture their attention to examine, prod, and touch. I wonder, have we lost that same wonder? Have we stopped looking, searching, and noticing? God … Continue reading →
Oh, how I want you to find joy and love — joy and love deeper, wider, more filling than you can imagine. The joy and love you are looking for, longing for, desiring with all your being, is waiting for you. The love you are missing deep in your heart … Continue reading →
My soul is troubled, desperate for God’s intervention, and my prayer this morning just repeats, “Oh God how I need you, every hour I need you.” I come to His throne with my requests, and my soul weeps and groans, and yet, and yet, there is a joy. Joy is … Continue reading →
The life you’ve always wanted? I have good news! Jesus didn’t come to destroy the life you have or the life you wanted, Jesus came to give you new life, abundant life, joy-filled, love-filled, peace-filled eternal life! “This is how much God loved the world: He gave his Son, his … Continue reading →
