Pour Out Your Heart
by Tonya O’Guinn “Pour out your heart like water before the presence of the Lord.” Lamentations 2:19b As I reflect on this precious verse, my mind is drawn to the idea of what it means to “pour.” The word pour, in its literal sense, is to flow as in a steady stream. This brings to […]
Seven Mother’s Day Blessings
Gracious Father, Bless those moms who are anxious or overwhelmed with the role of motherhood amidst this pandemic. Grant them a sense of peace. Wrap your arms around them and assure them that they will get through this with Your help. Remind them that they are uniquely equipped for this job. May they heed the […]
A Valentine for You
Remember when you were in elementary school and received Valentine’s cards from every classmate? I deliberated over the card selection for each friend. I glued red, white, and pink heart shapes on a shoebox, cut a hole in the cover, and took it to the class party. My heart was full as I carried my […]
The Greatest Gift
My sister accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior in a Hospice room last month. Part of me is ecstatic she finally made the decision. Another part of me grieves her brief experience of the joy of the Lord while here on earth. She did not belong to a Christian community. She barely knew Jesus. […]
Desperate Prayers
Today’s post is written by friend and author, Chris Baxter. “And a woman who had been suffering from a hemorrhage for twelve years came up behind Him and touched the fringe of His cloak; for she was saying to herself, “If I only touch His garment, I will get well.” But Jesus turning and seeing […]
Ten Reasons to Give Thanks Every Day
I know I’m in the minority, but I look forward to the Thanksgiving holiday more than Christmas. Why? Because this holiday remains stripped-down, untarnished, and pure. We may get all Martha-like with the food preparation but expectations for the day stay low. No one will return the pumpkin pie. No one has to pretend she […]