We Wake Up Already Covered As believers, every morning we open our eyes, one truth is already settled—we are in Christ. Before we speak a word, think a thought, or hit the floor, we are covered, kept, and secured in Him. The Bible tells us in Romans 8:37 (NKJV), “Yet in all these things we … More Kept in Christ: God’s Faithfulness Even When We Don’t Get It Right

God has given each of us purpose, and that truth keeps life from feeling random or disconnected. Psalm 37:23 (NLT) reminds us that our lives aren’t accidents or afterthoughts: “The LORD directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.” That tells us God has been attentive all along — … More Looking Forward, Never Backward

When Sharon’s oldest daughter moved out, she had a pep in her step that lasted for several years. She’d finally paid off student loans and was only a few more years away from paying off her mortgage. Things seemed to be falling perfectly into place, and most of the plans she set for herself had … More Face to Face with Adversity

Ecclesiastes 7:9-10 (NIV)“9 Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger resides in the lap of fools.10 Do not say, ‘Why were the old days better than these?” When the world chews you up and spits you out, the emotional impact can be devastating—you feel it from all sides. At the start of … More Battling the War Within

Psalm 18:27-29 (NLT) “27 You rescue the humble, but you humiliate the proud. 28 You light a lamp for me. The LORD, my God, lights up my darkness. 29 In your strength I can crush an army; with my God I can scale any wall.” Psalm 18:27-29 answers any questions we might have about the incredible … More Vulnerability and the Willingness to Submit

Most of us know about Lot in the Bible. His record is a pretty eye-opening story. II Peter 2:7-10 (NLT) tells us: “7 But God also rescued Lot out of Sodom because he was a righteous man who was sick of the shameful immorality of the wicked people around him. 8 Yes, Lot was a … More Don’t Let Go of God

After a recent conversation with a woman about her fiancé, she realized she’s carrying a load of unresolved pain from her past relationship. It’s been nearly a decade since Sherry divorced her ex, and she’s been with her fiancé for the last two years. Despite her desire to enter her second marriage free from past … More Unresolved Hurt

In 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 (NLT), our Heavenly Father gave the Apostle Paul a powerful truth: “9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. 10 That’s why … More Shift from Reaction to Response