Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. -Psalm 23:4, KJV You cannot go back. Time does not work that way. You cannot un-know what you now know. Knowledge does not work that … Continue reading "Can’t go back. Must move forward!"
Within Psalm 73, we see one of the most defined and biblical pictures of revival in the Word of God. The psalm sets before us the subject, the setting, and the substance of revival! In Psalm 73, we encounter a man named Asaph who moves from the slippery slopes of a divided heart to that…
The Psalmist made it plain why we should follow God’s instructions. In Psalm 119, He mentioned his regard for God’s decrees, regulations, and commands over
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When we are experiencing extreme grief, it sometimes seems like the darkness will never end. The anguish, sadness, and overpowering loss can take us completely. It is normal to question whether there is any hope during those times. Can one find light amidst this darkness?Seeking light in ScriptureThe Bible can...
Kathleen Orenza
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”Psalm 118:24What if the secret to a life filled with joy lies in the moments we often overlook? Joyful living, an idea as old as time and as refreshing as a morning breeze, invites...
Kathleen Orenza
"You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody."-Maya Angelou-In those quiet times when self-doubt creeps in, you might wonder if you are truly good enough. The world often pushes us to achieve more, to be more. Yet, there's a simple, heartening truth that speaks to us gently:...
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Many have long found solace and strength in the Bible's Book of Psalms. These age-old hymns and prayers, composed by various authors, such as King David, express a spectrum of human feelings, from intense sadness to ecstatic happiness. They support us through the highs and lows of life, acting as...
I don’t want to wish ill on anyone. I don’t even like the idea of having enemies. Teachings like “love your enemies,” and “bless those who persecute you” ring in my head. You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray…
The images below go with a blog sent out today. Click on each to expand and read context. There is no political statement being made. There is however, spiritual statement being made. Note...
No one likes suffering. We try to avoid it at all costs. This avoidance is seen through the existence of painkillers, recreational drug use, the mind-numbing effect of social media, and a host of other things we use to numb the pain that comes from living in a fall and sin-cursed world. Despite this attempt to flee suffering, it still finds us. Why can’t we hide from hurt?
Take a moment today and thank the mom in your life. Here are a few notable Bible verses that honor mom that will hopefully help you realize just how important she is to you and your family:
May the following 20 Scripture verses not only fuel your faith and provide energy when there seems to be none, but may God reveal Himself to you in a very special way through His Word.
By Elizabeth Prata Think of who God really is. Over the years through sermons, pamphlets, Sunday School curricula, podcasts, and books- we see repeated whittling of our august, holy God down to a w…
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(Photo: Unsplash) Bloodwork. Bleomycin infusion. Fourth floor oncology appointment. Those were the events that appeared when I opened my iPhone calendar yesterday morning—three digital boxes below a banner wishing me a happy thirty-second birthday. This wasn’t the first year my family spent a special occasion navigating the side effects of...
Psalm 139 is one of the most beautiful and comforting passages in the Bible. It tells us that God knows us intimately and loves us unconditionally. This truth can be a source of great strength, hop…
Photo by: Brett Jordan At the beginning of 2023, April and I stepped out in faith to meet a need. We were excited about taking this step, especially April. She could use her gifting and trained ski…
Conversations with God or prayer time are powerful opportunities to build connection and grow closer to Christ. Read 5 uncommon but powerful conversations you can have with God.
A true pilgrimage is driven by a calling higher than just taking a stroll alongside a mountain creek. For pilgrims, there’s an eager anticipation of finding a treasure, being healed, or fulfilling a dream—the destination inspires perseverance when the way gets tough.
Soul care is about cultivating your relationship with God and spiritual tools are needed to cultivate your relationship with God.