Lord, we so desperately need rest and peace. We search everywhere and end up with scraps when we need a banquet. Even in our churches and Christian resources we find mostly lists of things we should be doing, but no real relief. Your word promises a rest for Your people and a peace that passes […]
Tag: prayer
JOIN ME
I believe You, Lord, when Your word emphasizes the importance of prayer. There are so many things in life that I have no control over; things that I care about deeply. And they are things that You care about, too. People I love, ongoing circumstances that require patience and strength, and the state of the […]
STILL WATERS
There is upheaval in my heart, Lord. There are issues, questions, waiting, more questions, repeated prayers that feel like they are on an endless loop, more prayer requests, and more people to care about. Some days I let it become a burden and forget that it isn’t mine to carry. I am your Shepherd; […]
TIC TOC
I am becoming so aware of how much time I waste. I was reading Psalm 119:37 yesterday, “Turn my eyes from worthless things, and give me life through Your word.” Also, Psalm 101:3 “I will set no worthless thing before my eyes…” There are so many worthless things! How quickly I am caught up […]
LIVING WELL
As I get older, Lord, and look back over my life, I have this nagging question of whether I have lived well. I mean have I lived well by Your standards? You entrust each of us with “talents” as You call them in Your parable. Have I invested and used these for Your glory, or […]
His Unfolding Grace 