Why Dread the Test?
Are you in the midst of the storm today? Come talk to a mentor.
“After these things God tested Abraham and said to him, ‘Abraham!’ And he said, ‘Here I am.’” (Genesis 22:1 ESV)
This verse refers to the birth of Abraham’s son Isaac, and his covenant with the Philistines to live in peace. These were two huge acts of grace... >Read More
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I Hereby Vow
There’s more to confession than just saying you’re sorry.
“Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and perform your vows to the Most High, and call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me.” (Psalm 50:14-15, ESV)
Have you ever watched the courtroom shows on TV? Not the reality ones on today, but...... >Read More
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Signs Everywhere
Don’t miss the lesson in practicing patience
“So the Jews said to him, ‘What sign do you show for doing these things?’” (John 2:18)
Driving down the highway, I was deluged with signs. There were billboards, fast food restaurant and gas station signs high in the air, traffic signs telling me which exit to take, speed limit signs, and...... >Read More
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Reaching the Choke
Get to the heart of the matter – learn how to live the Spirit-filled life.
“Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” (Psalm 34:8)
Have you ever eaten a freshly steamed artichoke? I remember my first one. After dowsing the first outside leaf in lemon butter, careful not to get pricked by... >Read More
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Fogged Up
Where do we go from here?
“How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog--it's here a little while, then it's gone.” (James 4:14, NLT)
We all want to know we are on the right path for our lives. We’d prefer clear directions along the way and “atta girl” billboards as reassurance.... >Read More
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Wonderfully Made
Do you struggle to see your own worth? Come talk to a mentor.
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” (Psalm 139:14)
I opened my inbox and said, "Wow". My niece had sent me pictures of some very unusual art. There's a man who sculpts detailed, realistic images of... >Read More
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Trust - The Center of it All
Is your life off kilter today? We would love to pray for you.
“It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in humans.” (Psalm 118:8)
I received an email from a friend, one of those “you have to read this” emails. They inundate my inbox, especially this time of year. This particular one was one I had... >Read More
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What Do You Fear?
Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)