“But God removed Saul and replaced him with David, a man about whom God said, ‘I have found David son of Jesse, a man after my own heart. He will do everything I want him to do.’” Acts 13:22 ❤ (Verse on Bible Hub) I am David: Through the years, my hubby and I have learned so much from Pastor Jimmy …
Bible Verses to Pray for Healing in our Nation
BIBLE VERSES TO PRAY FOR HEALING IN OUR NATION Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalm 51:10 ❤ (Verse on Bible Hub) God has been guiding me with Bible Verses to pray for healing in our Nation. My heart is broken because we are supposed to be one nation under God, indivisible …
A Spiritual Spring Cleaning
A Spiritual Spring Cleaning … “Let us examine and probe our ways, And let us return to the LORD.” Lamentations 3:40 ❤ (Verse on Bible Hub) Spring arrives each year with its sunshine and fresh air and we feel inspired to deeply clean the mess and the clutter in our homes. When we throw open our windows this Spring and begin …
What does the Bible say about God being a Father to the fatherless?
Do you feel the stress of having to be both ‘mom and dad’ to your children? What does the Bible say about God being a Father to the fatherless? She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. Proverbs 31:26 NASB ❤ (Verse on Biblegateway) I can see it as if it were just yesterday. …
Finding Gratitude in the Hard Times
The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. John 1:5 (Verse on Bible Hub) FINDING GRATITUDE IN THE HARD TIMES I love thanking God for His blessings in good times but I’ve struggled in finding gratitude in the hard times. I asked God a few months ago why that was and He showed me the things …
Take Heart in Times of Trouble
Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the LORD. Psalm 31:24 NASB (Verse on Bible Gateway) ❤ I wasn’t going to write about this pandemic that has affected us all to some degree, but I believe the Lord had other plans. Because fear and anxiety are real, it’s even more important that we do …
Is God Mean?
Behold, the Lord God shall come with a strong hand, And His arm shall rule for Him; Behold, His reward is with Him, And His work before Him. He will feed His flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs with His arm, And carry them in His bosom, And gently lead those who are with young. Isaiah 40:10-11 …
What is your Guiding Word for 2020?
Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and He will establish your plans. Proverbs 16:3 ❤ (Verse on Bible Hub) What is your Guiding Word for 2020? Happy New Year everyone! Are you excited for the year ahead? For some of us, we may be feeling a little weariness wash over our souls when we think of picking ourselves back up …
Christmas is Jesus
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to all whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:14 (Verse on Bible Hub) Christmas is Jesus For Advent this year, I’ve been reading a chapter of Luke each day. When I read this verse, the truth that God’s favor rests on me, leapt from the page right into my heart. All …
Blessed is She Who has Believed
“Blessed is she who has believed that the LORD would fulfill His promises to her!” Luke 1:45 NIV ❤ (Verse on Bible Hub) Luke 1:45 … BLESSED IS SHE WHO HAS BELIEVED When the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary, he declared she was God’s chosen vessel to deliver Jesus, the Son of the Most High. At first, Mary was startled and …
The Thanksgiving Psalm
A PSALM OF THANKSGIVING ❤ MAKE A JOYFUL SHOUT TO THE LORD, ALL THE EARTH. SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS; COME BEFORE HIS PRESENCE WITH SINGING. KNOW THAT THE LORD, HE IS GOD; IT IS HE WHO HAS MADE US, AND NOT WE OURSELVES; WE ARE HIS PEOPLE AND THE SHEEP OF HIS PASTURE. ENTER INTO HIS GATES WITH THANKSGIVING, …
Tranquility Amidst the Holidays
“IN ANY AND ALL CIRCUMSTANCES I HAVE LEARNED THE SECRET OF BEING CONTENT — WHETHER WELL FED OR HUNGRY, WHETHER IN ABUNDANCE OR NEED.” Philippians 4:12 CSB (Verse on Bible Hub) ❤ TRANQUILITY AMIDST THE HOLIDAYS Content is a state of peaceful happiness. Some synonyms for content are satisfied, unworried, untroubled and tranquil. (free from disturbance; calm) As much as I …
The Fresh Start Bible – Book Review and Giveaway
UNDERSTANDING YOUR WORD BRINGS LIGHT TO THE MINDS OF ORDINARY PEOPLE. Psalm 119:130 (Verse on Bible Hub) ❤ The Fresh Start Bible Review and Giveaway The Fresh Start Bible by Gateway Press is set to be released on November 15, 2019. I was blessed to be able to participate on the launch team and enjoyed peeking through a digital copy of …
A Sweet Friendship Refreshes the Soul
A SWEET FRIENDSHIP REFRESHES THE SOUL. Proverbs 27:9 The MSG ❤ (Verse on Bible Hub) A SWEET FRIENDSHIP REFRESHES THE SOUL GOD designed us to be in community with each other. None of us are an island to ourselves. I love Proverbs 27:9. When I looked up the meaning of the word ‘Refresh’, I found the following: Refresh: “To restore strength; …
When I Deny Jesus
FOR TO ME, TO LIVE IS CHRIST AND TO DIE IS GAIN. PHILIPPIANS 1:21 ❤ Verse on Biblehub WHEN I DENY JESUS Some years back, Keith Wheeler was a guest speaker at our church. He is the man who, since 1985, has carried a 12 foot wooden cross through 175 countries on all 7 continents. Keith shared some stories from his …
The Heaven Intended Series | Book Review and Giveaway
The Heaven Intended Series | Book Review and Giveaway. I love historical fiction novels and movies. Especially stories set with American History as the backdrop. So when I had the opportunity to read the Heaven Intended Series, and do this book review and giveaway, I was excited. It made for the perfect summer read for me. I was graciously gifted …
Fight the Good Fight of Faith
FIGHT THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH. TAKE HOLD OF THE ETERNAL LIFE TO WHICH YOU WERE CALLED WHEN YOU MADE YOUR GOOD CONFESSION IN THE PRESENCE OF MANY WITNESSES. 1 Timothy 6:12 ❤ (Verse on Bible Hub) The Apostle Paul tells us in Galatians 5:1: “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let …