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I am not a fan of heights. Roller coasters most often involve great heights. Therefore… When I was about twelve years old, I got to spend the day at Knott’s Berry Farm with my best friend, Michael. My friend knew … Continue reading
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My soul finds rest in God alone (Psalm 62:1). It begins and ends here. In God alone. Beloved, if I had the power to put one thought in your heart this morning, and keep it there all your life, it … Continue reading
My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest (Exodus 33:14). As Israel moved into the Promised Land, God granted his assurance that he would not leave his children on their own. He would be with them … Continue reading
…he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6). You’re not who you want to be. I get that—neither am I. That “not being who you want … Continue reading
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Here’s the payoff. I told you yesterday that when you release your stress and worries to God he would give … Continue reading
I don’t know about you, but I could use another week of resting in Him. So, since this is my blog… Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, and with thanksgiving, present your … Continue reading
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by the yoke of slavery (Galatians 5:1). “Hey, Michael, I thought this week was about rest.” It is, my … Continue reading
My heart is not proud, O Lord, my eyes are not haughty; I do not concern myself with great matters or things too wonderful for me. But I have stilled and quieted my soul; like a weaned child with its … Continue reading
Take my yoke upon on you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your soul. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light (Matthew 11:29-30). So here’s … Continue reading
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28). Some mornings I look at a verse and I think, “This is so clear, so simple, that trying to ‘explain’ it would … Continue reading