When the disciples saw [Jesus] walking on the water, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and they cried out in fear. But Jesus immediately said to them, “Take courage. It is I. Don’t be afraid.” (Matthew 14:27). … Continue reading
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…those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint (Isaiah 40:31). I have, on occasion, taken Scripture verses … Continue reading
Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him (Job 13:15). Job was the poster boy for rough times. He was beaten up, knocked down, stepped on. He had more reason than any of us to think that God … Continue reading
…God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of Glory. (Colossians 1:27). I don’t understand how. I can’t fathom why. I just know what. And the … Continue reading
We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure (Hebrews 6:19). Go with the flow. Drift with the tide. Float wherever the breeze may take you. Uh, no thanks. Ships that drift are not happy ships. … Continue reading
This week we focus on Hope, because… Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life (Proverbs 13:12). There’s a whole lot of sick hearts out there. We hope, we hunger, we long for … Continue reading
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty (Psalm 91:1). Where do you live? Don’t worry, I’m not going to show up at your door—I’m being metphoricalish. You see, this … 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