Knowing the Healing One
Healing occurs in many forms. Damaged emotions require healing. Destructive thinking needs repair. Wounded souls long for wholeness. Physical needs are prayed for in many situations. In the …
Knowing God as Refuge
Have you ever been in a season of life when one crisis follows another and you need a refuge for protection? One way to regain a solid footing during such times is to seek the refuge of God. This is …
Knowing God as Redeemer
Do you know God as the Redeemer? The redeemer is the one who buys back. We were lost and separated from our Maker. Although we are God’s unique workmanship we are still need a …
Knowing God – The Power of the Cross
An intense, powerful storm passed through last night. Lightning flashed like strobe lights, pounding thunder shook windows, sheets of rain poured from the angry sky. Lights flickered. Would we …
Knowing God: A Living Hope
Every day we have hope and expectations. We desire an attainment of something good, or the feeling that something will be true. “I hope it doesn’t rain for our …
Knowing the Faithful God
Have you ever had a season in life when the familiar routine turned upside down and you wondered what was going on? Developments in situations around you need hourly updates. Maybe it was a health …
Knowing God is Good
God is good. At the dawn of time, God created the world and called it good. After everyday day of creation, he paused and declared it good. He created the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, …
God’s Unconditional Love, Part 2
Who can fully grasp the dimensions of God’s unconditional love for us? It is hard to understand. At the core of God’s nature is unconditional love, which is sacrificial and life-giving. …
Knowing God: Unconditional Love
Why is it that even though we know John 3:16 by heart, we still doubt God’s love? We think of His love in general terms of loving the world, not specifically for loving us—you or me. Or maybe …
Knowing God’s Holiness and Grace
What comes to mind when you think of God’s holiness? Is He far off and unapproachable? How can holiness and grace function together? Holiness is the core of God’s being. He is Supreme, entirely …
Knowing God Through Psalm 145
Psalm 145 shows God’s nature like a multi-faceted diamond. King David, the author of this psalm of praise, describes God’s majesty and compassion, His greatness and nearness. …
Knowing God — The Light of the World
Have you ever stumbled over a child’s toy in a dark room? Even a small nightlight could avert the pain of stepping on Lego blocks or toy cars. Light helps us see all that is around us. It also …
Is Knowing God Possible?
Have you ever made the mistake of not knowing someone after you met them? Recently I met with a few people to discuss an upcoming event. I knew only one person of the four and proceeded …
Unwrapping the Gifts of Isaiah 9:6
Gifts are sometimes bought as a result of strolling down the aisles of a store, looking for just the “right gift.” We don’t quite know what the gift should be, but we’re …
Hugs from Heaven: 7 Bible Verses of God’s Love for You
Some days you just need a hug. A hug gives you the assurance that you are loved. Come to think of it, every day is a day when we need hugs. We yearn for love and acceptance and look to family and …
The Ultimate Valentine
The ultimate valentine has been sent to us. It expresses is an unending love of such magnitude that it is hard for us grasp, far beyond our limited comprehension. But it is so real. The Word of God …
Trust the One Who Knows
A new year brings new challenges and ways to more trust the Lord. On New Year’s Day when I changed the calendar on the fridge, I uncovered a familiar magnet. Once hidden by pictures, coupons and …
God’s Heart
Driving on the Interstate, I caught of glimpse of love in the clouds. Can you see the heart? It reminded me of the extent of the love in God’s heart, which is higher than the heavens. These …
Do You Hold God’s Hand?
Do you hold God’s hand? The small crowd headed toward the parking lot after exiting the theme park. I chatted with a woman as she jostled her two young grandchildren. Walking away in the group, …
