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“But if we walk in the light as He Himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.” 1 John 1:7 HCSB Every time I see the sun’s light streaming down from above, I am reminded of God’s faithful presence inContinue reading “The Living Light”

“Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬-‭7‬ ‭HCSB‬‬ As my husband walked past a parked car, he noticed there was aContinue reading “Pray More, Worry Less”

“furthermore, if you call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, if you seek it like silver and search for it like hidden treasure, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and discover the knowledge of God. For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” Proverbs 2:3-6Continue reading “The Fear of God”

“Many adversities come to the one who is righteous, but the LORD delivers him from them all.” ‭‭Psalm ‭34‬:‭19‬ ‭HCSB‬‬ “My soul, praise the LORD, and all that is within me, praise His holy name. My soul, praise the LORD, and do not forget all His benefits.” ‭‭Psalm ‭103‬:‭1‬-‭2‬ ‭CSB‬‬ It Is Well It isContinue reading “It Is Well”

 “Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.” Philippians 4:9 HCSB “‘Though the mountains move and the hills shake, My love will not be removed from you and My covenant of peace will not be shaken,’ says your compassionate LORD.” IsaiahContinue reading “Preparing for Peace”

“If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9 HCSB “Who is a God like You, removing iniquity and passing over rebellion for the remnant of His inheritance? He does not hold on to His anger forever, because HeContinue reading “Sticky Situations”

“You’ve been traveling around this hill country long enough; turn north.” Deuteronomy 2:3 HCSB “I have sought You with all my heart;don’t let me wander from Your commands.” Psalm 119:10 HCSB Do you ever feel like you’re moving in circles? Do you keep going but seem to never find your exit? When you are lost,Continue reading “Driving in Circles”

“I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. You will have suffering in this world. Be courageous! I have conquered the world.” John 16:33 HCSB “The Lord is near.  Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known toContinue reading “Searching for the Reason”