For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show this all-surpressing power is from God and not from us.  (2 Corinthians 4:6,7 NIV) All- Powerful Surrendering our limited strength to an all-powerful God allows His plan into action. He is able to work through all challenges. If there is one defined lesson implored into my life it is this…God is in control, I […]

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I(Jesus) have come that they may have life and have it to the full. (John 10:10 NIV) Enemy Tactics Have you ever had anything stolen? Possibly someone’s spouse? Dreams were killed and a marriage destroyed. Someone has manipulated the boss into a promotion for them and a demotion for you? Hearts roaring with emotions filled with anger, joy stolen? Multiple scenarios can fill blanks. Satan is not concerned about lost candy. He hits straight to hearts. Blank Hearts My thoughts run to hearts we draw on paper. Pencil curves on […]

He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” (Mark 4:39, 40 NIV) Storms I sat chuckling to myself last week during our son’s little league game. We’ve had more baseball games canceled this summer due to rain. Chance of cancellation this particular night held strong leading to game time. My son and I prayed. We made a declaration he would have his game withholding rain and storms. Three […]

“…On that day you will realize that I am in my Father, and you are in me, and I am in you. Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him.” (John 14: 20 NIV) Curve Balls Motivating Monday! Let’s get down to business. I know, you know that I do not know, yet I want you to know, God knows. God knows every detail of our lives. Curve balls thrown our direction, can […]