Lessons Learned About Saying Yes to God
My husband sat at the kitchen table, his head in his hands. “It’s time for a change,” he said. “I’m not interested in doing this any longer.”
Spending time with God and listening to and reading His Words is often all we need in this chaotic world.
My husband sat at the kitchen table, his head in his hands. “It’s time for a change,” he said. “I’m not interested in doing this any longer.”
As you and I walk faithfully with God day by day, we will leave a legacy not just for one generation but hopefully for several.
I’d rather lavish love long-distance, even if it’s never acknowledged, than risk being misunderstood or used by someone known with a difficult personality.
The Israelites failed to trust and obey…If only they’d known God’s heart for them. Maybe they would have responded in a different way.
How much does God love us? We can’t even begin to count the ways! His devotion to us supersedes anything our minds can comprehend.
Circumstances might not turn out the way we wish, but we don’t need to fret or fear. He knows what’s best for us and how to bring it to pass.
I’ve heard much about the importance of believing God’s Word. Now I’ve discovered two gems that solidify my conviction. Here they are, buried in Paul’s prayer.
I hope to have a heart-to-heart with God when I reach heaven because I have a few questions that need answers. Here’s one: What difference does prayer make?
My youngest daughter has befriended a woman in a nursing home and has visited her regularly for months. Last week I had the privilege of meeting her.
Many times, when we’re walking an easy path, we tend to grow confident in our abilities and know-how. We think we’re able to manage on our own, thank you.
The list of rules flushed everything that looked like fun, so I picked the ones I wanted to obey and rationalized my way through the rest.
Obedience to God is vital to one’s spiritual growth and effectiveness. Without it, we’re like a brittle bush, stunted and unfruitful. I know. I’ve been there.
What’s your usual response when faced with major decisions? Do you rush ahead or do you take a moment to ask God for direction?
Once upon a time, I raced to protect my kids from danger. If they fell and scraped a knee, I could give them a kiss and fix the owie. Now I can’t do that.
Our nature feels secure when things make sense, when we can formulate plans and see how they’ll work. But God’s methods don’t fit our mould.
Jesus used questions often, and He used them well. Take this powerful question, for instance: “Why do you have so little faith?”
Sometimes we ask God to prove His love for us. Why waste our breath when He’s already answered by sending Jesus to pay our death penalty?
What was the lesson God wanted them to learn? To trust His ability to provide for their needs. It looked as though they understood, but then came the test.
In some cases, however, we’re called to do more than pray. We’re called to get up and do something about whatever the problem is.
Jesus’ words force me to sit up and pay attention. Obviously seeing suffering from God’s point of view matters, and it matters a lot.
My precious wee grandbaby looked directly into my eyes and slapped her hands over her ears. She never said a word, but her actions spoke volumes.
“It is beyond my power to do this, but God can tell you what it means,” he said. But moved him from prison to palace and gave him a position he’d never imagined
Noah and Enoch knew how to be followers of God, how to be in right relationship with Him, how to be blameless before Him.
The baby Jesus was mankind’s introduction to God in flesh. But the image of the sleeping infant is a far cry from the Jesus revealed in Revelation 1:13-18.
Where would I be without Him, this One who’s all-powerful and all-wise? Where would I be if left on my own to figure out life and the path I should take?
Imagine being a friend of God…the Creator of all that exists…the One who calls the stars by name…the One who knows how many hairs are on our heads.
I find encouragement in knowing that whether or not God answers my prayers isn’t based on how eloquent my words are, or how good I am.
I find comfort in knowing that once God has forgiven me, He doesn’t recall the thoughtless and negative things I’ve done.
Rather than waste energy entertaining doubt and fear, let’s choose to trust in this far more awesome God to protect and provide for us.
Three days? So much for a leisurely trip and quality time. I managed to remain positive in public, but I poured out my heart to the Lord in private.
I read Isaiah 63:14 and this thought popped into mind: Does my life accurately reflect God’s magnificent reputation? Do I honor His reputation?
My thoughts are tempted to flit from here to there and everywhere – wondering why marketing efforts didn’t produce more, wondering what more I could have done.
God’s Word is filled with amazing promises He’s made to those who follow Him. Psalm 57 contains three of them. And they are true for you today
Giving thanks in the midst of tough times is a sacrifice. It’s not easy, but God enables us to do what He commands.
Life sometimes hands us experiences that make us feel feeble. The muck of discouragement sucks our feet down, and it’s difficult to stand.
Into what activity are you pouring your time and energy? Whatever it is, remain focused and faithful on the great work God has called you to do.
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