“They even did more than we had hoped, for their first action was to give themselves to the Lord and to us, just as God wanted them to do.” (2 Corinthians 8:5 NLT) Recently Dr. David Jeremiah, in one of his Turning Point devotionals, wrote: “One day when twelve-year-old David Grant went with his fatherContinue reading “Have You Stepped In?”
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The Unknown Way
“Since you have never traveled this way before, they will guide you. Stay about a half mile behind them, keeping a clear distance between you and the Ark. Make sure you don’t come any closer.” (Joshua 3:4 NLT) These instructions of Joshua, passed on to the people through the Israelite officers, remind me of theContinue reading “The Unknown Way”
Grace in the Ruins
“He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.” (Psalm 147:3 NLT) Many of us have had losses caused by divorce, death, and disappointments of many kinds that have left our hearts and lives in shambles. The ruins left in the wake of tragedies can leave us reeling, often wondering where God is and if we’llContinue reading “Grace in the Ruins”
When Words Fail
“My life is an example to many, because You have been my strength and protection. That is why I can never stop praising You; I declare Your glory all day long.” (Psalm 71:7-8 NLT) These words of David resonate with my spirit. As the Lord becomes dearer and my end grows nearer, I find thatContinue reading “When Words Fail”
Unashamed
“For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes – the Jew first and also the Gentile. This Good News tells us how God makes us right in His sight. This is accomplished from start to finish by faith. As theContinue reading “Unashamed”
The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
*As horrific as the death of young Charlie Kirk is; to ignore it and believe it has no bearing on us is even more tragic. Please read John Stonestreet‘s words carefully and prayerfully. Blessings, Ed Unsurprisingly, on September 11, 2001, I wept. I also wept, unexpectedly, on September 11, 2011. Perhaps it was delayed grief,Continue reading “The Assassination of Charlie Kirk”
Regret
“For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation. There’s no regret for that kind of sorrow. But worldly sorrow, which lacks repentance, results in spiritual death.” (2 Corinthians 7:10 NLT) One of the strongest enemies of my heart is regret. “If onlys” flood myContinue reading “Regret”
A New Perspective
“The man didn’t know, for Jesus had disappeared into the crowd. But afterward Jesus found him in the Temple and told him, ‘Now you are well; so stop sinning, or something even worse may happen to you.’ Then the man went and told the Jewish leaders that it was Jesus who had healed him.” (JohnContinue reading “A New Perspective”
When Jesus Becomes Precious
“When Jesus heard this, He said, ‘Healthy people don’t need a doctor – sick people do.’ Then He added, ‘Now go and learn the meaning of this Scripture: “I want you to show mercy, not offer sacrifices.” For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know theyContinue reading “When Jesus Becomes Precious”
A Light Momentary Affliction
“So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that areContinue reading “A Light Momentary Affliction”
Walking With Jesus 