“I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me [to fulfill His purpose—I am self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency; I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace.]”Philippians 4:13 AMP Isn’t it comforting to know?… Continue reading Empowered For His Purposes
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Ask, Seek, and Knock
“Ask and keep on asking and it will be given to you; seek and keep on seeking and you will find; knock and keep on knocking and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who keeps on asking receives, and he who keeps on seeking finds, and to him who keeps on knocking,… Continue reading Ask, Seek, and Knock
God’s Love is Unending
“Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you.” Isaiah 54:10 Aren’t you glad there is nothing that can stop God’s amazing love for you & me? Oh, how… Continue reading God’s Love is Unending
Seek His Face Continuously
“Seek the Lord and His strength; Seek His face continually [longing to be in His presence].” 1 Chronicles 16:11 AMP There is so much more to God than asking for help and answers to our prayers. Jesus shows us by His coming here and fulfilling His mission, that we are wanted by God - wanted… Continue reading Seek His Face Continuously
Blessed to Bless
Nothing - no blessing is ever out of God's ability! But do you believe that we are blessed to be a blessing? I like to say, that when we "live blessed" we are acknowledging the fact that we already have what we need in Christ; we are His & we are saved to tell others… Continue reading Blessed to Bless
The Desires of Our Hearts
“Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalm 37:4 I didn’t grow up learning who God was or how to study scripture and I didn’t know anything about context. But somewhere deep inside, I always had a distant longing to know Jesus. I call it “chasing after… Continue reading The Desires of Our Hearts
Godly Discipline
Who likes to be disciplined? Anyone? Not me - just being honest! In fact, that's really what kind of helped me get in trouble as a young adult; lack of discipline. So if I wanted to learn a new skill, go to college, eat better, stop partying...and all that went with it...these were not easy… Continue reading Godly Discipline
Lose It to Keep It?
Oh the irony! To truly live, I must surrender my life to Christ - but the life He gives, far exceeds anything my “old” life offers 🙌🏻.
Give Thanks
"Christmas every morning and Thanksgiving every night!" This was a saying by a sweet friend who was always a powerful example of what it meant to trust God even through all of life's struggles - and do so, sober. How can we make this statement be our declaration too? - Christmas every morning: The precious… Continue reading Give Thanks
Loving Our Leaders
Having spent some significant time as a volunteer recovery ministry leader, I can tell you firsthand, it can be a lonely journey. It certainly gave me a new perspective and appreciation for my leaders. Yes, we ALWAYS have our best friend, Jesus to walk with us, the Holy Spirit to lead, comfort and guide us,… Continue reading Loving Our Leaders
Journal of a Warrior's Journey 