When God Asks Us to Do Something from Nothing
I was a Bible college sophomore when I sensed Him leading me to Belgium for a summer doing mission work. But I was a student with big dreams and empty pockets.
I’m wife to Gene aka “Sailor-Man,” mother of three married kids, grandma to thirteen of the planet’s cutest little people, and co-director of a missionary sending agency called International Messengers Canada.
I was a Bible college sophomore when I sensed Him leading me to Belgium for a summer doing mission work. But I was a student with big dreams and empty pockets.
When life’s journey takes a difficult turn, our emotions want to cry, “Unfair!” or “Why me?” But God’s Word directs us to take a different approach.
Every moment of every day we need God’s presence in our lives. And every moment of every day our heavenly Father hears our sighs and cries.
Our circumstances may leave us feeling traumatized. But keeping our eyes on the unchanging Christ will help us weather the storm.
The thoughts we habitually think shape our beliefs. Our beliefs influence our behaviors. And our behaviors determine our outcome or destiny.
You may feel comfortable when you’re in control of your circumstances. But things can get a little hairy when it feels like life is whirling out of control.
If you’re finding this season difficult, know that you’re not alone. Also know that Jesus opens His arms wide and invites you to nestle close to His heart.
Why does God wait until 11:59 when the situation looks hopeless? I suspect He waits because He wants us to experience His amazing power.
You’re not fighting your battle alone. You’re surrounded by a personal cheering squad whose victories prove you can persevere and win, too.
We don’t see the big picture God is painting, but we have to trust He’s doing something that’s ultimately going to be good.
There’s the feeling of being held hostage by circumstances beyond our control. But I choose, by God’s strength, to give thanks in the midst of it.
Telling our faith stories to the younger generations is vital so that they might open their hearts to the Lord and learn to love, obey, and trust Him.
Our thoughts about God are the most important thing about us, so let’s strive to ensure they are based on truth. Anything less would be to deny His nature.
Living on a sailboat is teaching me to release my expectations, cares, and desire for control to Jesus. He’s the Captain of my ship, and I’m along for the ride.
The Holy Spirit knows exactly what we need to live holy, fruitful lives. From the abundance of His limitless resources, He sees to it that our needs are met.
I’ve traveled more miles than I can count in the past four weeks. My journey took me to Hong Kong, Nepal, Bangladesh, Turkey, Poland, Belgium, and Iceland.
This is Gene’s and my fourth trip to Nepal in ten years. Each time we return I feel more at home. I love the people and am so blessed to call so many my friends
God’s unshakeable Truth helps calm fear. God is up to something far bigger than I can imagine; I will trust and not be afraid because He is with me.
God is up to something much bigger than I can possibly fathom. I suspect I’m about to experience His strength and provisions in new ways.
In the midst of the hustle and bustle that accompanies this season, let’s remember what Christmas celebrates: Emmanuel – God with us.
If God is who He says He is, and if His promises are true, and if He never fails to fulfill them – why do we worry or assume the worst?
When circumstances deviate from the path I’d choose, I find consolation in three little words: “God’s got this.” He’s in control of every detail of our lives,
God found me hidden in a Himalayan hut – and assured me that He saw me there. The knowledge that I was in His sights gave me the strength needed to persevere.
I will choose instead to praise God with my whole heart. I will focus my eyes not on my circumstances but on His strength, and I will walk out the Truth
God works at all times and in all places. He’s constantly drawing men and women to Himself, and He uses people like me and you to help.
Knowing I’m on God’s mind gives me confidence to talk with Him about everything. More importantly, it makes me feel loved. Safe. Secure.
Hope is found in Jesus, the One who persevered and overcame death. Because of what He’s done and because He lives in us, we can persevere and overcome too.
One of my daily prayers is, “Jesus, make me aware of Your presence.” His answers never cease to amaze me, and reminds me He is very much involved with my life.
We don’t like to think about our faith journey requiring sacrifice. We’d rather think about how it benefits us: forgiveness, answers to prayer, eternal life.
Living big lives requires the courage to say yes at whatever God assigns. We trust His sovereignty, wisdom, and love enough to agree with His terms.
Sometimes God calls us to a task that seems ludicrous. Our human nature wants to know the details before we say yes. But that’s not how God works.
Even when emotions tell us that He is far away, the truth remains–He is with us. May this truth encourage you today, my friend.
The enemy of our soul whispers lies bent on our destruction, but the Holy Spirit speaks words meant to strengthen and encourage us. Listen well, my friend.
This Egyptian woman took pride in her work and pleasure in serving me. Her actions humbled me and immediately brought Philippians 2 to mind.
I wish all my readers the ability to recognize the blessings they experience on daily and to express gratitude to the One from whom all blessings flow.
The enemy may be trying to defeat you through difficult or painful circumstances, but he’s fighting a losing battle because God is on your side.
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