Category: Discipleship

Going Deeper

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The Conquering Power of God’s Word

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We cannot stop God from loving us with the promise of  His favor and blessings in this life and into eternity. Nothing can separate us from His love. Our part is to be a student of God’s Word. Like Joshua, who kept the Law, meditated on it day and night, and did everything in it, he knew God’s favor and victory.

Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful” (Joshua 1:8). read more

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I Was the Special Guest on Larry Lundstrom Ministries

My visit with Lundstroms was a delight! Larry and Gloria Lundstrom’s vision is summed up in one word—EVANGELISM!  As their driving force for over 50 years, they have preached the simple, transforming salvation message of Jesus Christ. It was a joy to spend time with them, catch up, and connect.

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THANK YOU, READERS

December 17th our granddaughter, Emily, was married to Blake Thompson. What a joy it was to celebrate with them even though it was in South Dakota in winter (-54 windchill one day – uffda). We live in Arizona so our blood is thinned and it was cold! But hearts were melting with joy and gladness! I thought you might like to see my husband, John, and me with the happy bride and groom!

Now to the reason for my writing to you today. When I started this blog, I was being obedient to share the things in my heart that would encourage my readers to love God more because of the Scriptures. Since I developed my website, I have attended writer’s conferences, connected with published writers, practiced, and joined an international writing group, Word Weavers, to improve my craft of writing.  read more

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A Song in the Night Season

When tragedy hits, the Holy Spirit brings to remembrance what we have planted deep inside. A familiar melody, a scripture, or something personal that rises up within and produces peace during a night season.

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Finding Restoration after the Storm

Damage to the depths of our being caused by a betrayal, slanderous attacks, or a broken relationship wreaks havoc emotionally and spiritually. Feelings of worthlessness, remorse and depression accompany the pain. In such times, will peace ever come?

I love the scripture that gives us insight into how God restores us through the many trials of life.

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I TOOK THE CHALLENGE. WILL YOU?

Consider how our human body responds to working out at a gym.  With consistency, muscles develop and overall strength and stamina grow stronger. Similarity, repetition, and ongoing consistency in reading God’s Word strengthens spiritual muscle and increases love for Jesus. And godliness is the outcome.

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DO YOU EXCUSE DISOBEDIENCE? King Saul Part 1

Excuses make me look better than I am, or cover up my sin and avoid the consequences of my actions. At times, it's easier to blame someone else for my lack of responsibility. "It's his fault I'm like I am." The story of Saul helps us see the problem of making excuses, a cover for self-pride. The opposite of making excuses is obeying God. As we grow in knowing God's Word and doing what He says, we can overcome our prideful excuses. Self-driven pride is something God hates. But, God loves the obedient.

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In A World of Lies, Where is the Truth?

It's hard to find the truth from news sources, politicians, scientists, and woke pastors and teachers.  What is the criteria for truth?  Jesus said it was the Word of God.   Truth cannot be reduced by the lies of a godless culture, the opinions of powerful people, or even the lies of the Deceiver.  God's truth is above all other truths and is divinely written in the Scripture.  By reading the Bible, reading it first, and applying what we read to our attitudes, choices, and behaviors, we can walk in the truth. 

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DO YOU WISH YOU READ THE BIBLE MORE?

More than half of adults wish they read the Bible more. Fifteen minutes a day will help you accomplish reading through the Scriptures in one year, and you will God secrets, right and wrong, direction, love God more and love others. Make Bible reding more than a wish.