Is God Really Trustworthy? Do You Really Trust God?

September 21, 2017

Okay, the first question is not the real issue, is it? The real question is, Do you really trust God? Do the two go together? Absolutely.

Most of us want to trust God for the “fix”–the answer that we’ve asked Him for. Claim the promise. Right? So we confess it, we act on it, and we nail it down! God said it, that’s that! Yes, I really trust God. And we wait to see the fix.

What Happens When…

Lost your job? You child is rebelling? Received a bad report from the doctor? It’s only a matter of time…until God will come through. Right? Right! Do you really trust God? Maybe…. Read more

What to Pray in Times of Natural Disaster

September 9, 2017

In times of disaster, natural or otherwise, maybe you struggle with why’s or how to help. Some arrive in the center of the storm, ready to pluck victims from death’s reach. Others use hands, feet, boats, cars, or planes for rescue. So many send food, water, clothing—anything and everything that is needed in the aftermath of a disaster. But any of us—all of us—can give something. And we can all pray. Whether you are a victim or concerned Christian, pray in your own way. And if you’re at a loss for words while staring at so much destruction, here is a prayer you can voice to God:

Encouraging Words for Discouraging Times

August 31, 2017

Encouraging Words

In the ongoing aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, I wanted to share these encouraging words from an updated post. I hope these thoughts will encourage you today, wherever you are.

When you find yourself in a storm of impossible circumstances, how do you get through it? What encouraging words do you need to hear? Read more

One Light You Can Never Eclipse

August 24, 2017

Millions of viewers watched the recent solar eclipse through special glasses. Curious seekers drove for miles to see this rare phenomena that brought total darkness for less than three minutes. Only those living in a certain area were able to see the full eclipse of the sun, but it was a sight they won’t soon forget.

But there is one Light that can never be eclipsed. He came into the world to bring light, but those living in darkness couldn’t see it. He is the true Light of the world. And His Light is available for all to see with special spiritual eyes. His light leads to life–full, purposeful, and eternal.

Jesus, the True Light of the World

Jesus is the True Light of the world. And nothing, absolutely nothing, can ever eclipse or extinguish His light. He invites all to see Him, to know Him, and to enjoy His Light, no matter where they live.

“I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life” (John 8:12. TLB).

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What about you? How did you come to know the True Light of the World? What does Jesus mean to you? Please share your comments below. Your words might encourage someone today.

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Do You Believe What You Pray? How Bold Are You?

August 3, 2017

Many of us would agree that we should be bold when we pray. But are we bold enough to believe what we pray? Is there a difference?

What are you praying for?

What are you believing God for?

I’d love to hear your answers. Would you share them below?

When I’m under a book deadline–like now–my blogs may be a little shorter and a little less frequent for a few weeks. 🙂

But my challenge to you today is to make a list of bold requests–things you want to ask God for with more urgency and boldness.

Secondly, put a check mark beside the ones you can/will actually believe God for. Make sure you are asking in Jesus’s name, according to His will, and believing His promises concerning your request.

Ask Boldly

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you” (Matthew 7:7, NIV)

Pray Boldly

“Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need” (Hebrews 4:16, NKJV)

Believe Boldly

“But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind” (James 1:6, NIV).

My Prayer for You

Lord Jesus,

Help us to pray boldly, coming before Your throne with assurance and anticipation of how You will answer. Light a fire in our spirits that we might ask according to Your will, and then believe boldly with the faith that You will answer. We may not know how or when Your answer will come, but teach us to walk by faith, believing You will answer. We can demand nothing; but we can believe that anything–and everything–is possible with You, Lord.

It’s in Your name we pray, Amen.

Day-votedly Yours,

Rebecca

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