We walk into a surprise meeting with someone who has some authority over our future. We don’t immediately know how these plans will impact us, so we accept them tenuously and with some trepidation. If we trust this authority, then we will likely move forward more confidently. Jeremiah 29:11 says, “For I know the plansContinue reading “Good Plans”
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God’s Plans for Us
Impressions
Most people try to be careful about the impressions they make on others. However, many times we try to make false impressions based upon our own needs and self-centeredness. We dress well to impress with our fashion sense and ability to spend on nice clothes. We try to impress with our wit and wisdom toContinue reading “Impressions”
God’s Delight
Power of Hope
Most of the time we trivialize hope. We hope that it won’t rain. We hope that our car will not break down. We hope that our friend will not frustrate us today. All these hopes are good, but far less than what real hope can deliver to us. Romans 15:13 says, “May the God ofContinue reading “Power of Hope”
Hope With Joy and Peace
Lies and Truth
Jesus said that Satan was a liar and the father of lies. Our minds are filled with these lies. The world and the evil one constantly tell us that we are unloved. The truth is that our Father in heaven has loved us since before the foundation of the world. We may think that weContinue reading “Lies and Truth”
Sober Mind
God’s Handbook for Dealing With Suffering
In this life, suffering is inevitable. People will hurt us and difficult circumstances will come our way. Sometimes, we will even suffer while doing the right things. I Peter 3:14-16 says, “But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in yourContinue reading “God’s Handbook for Dealing With Suffering”
