Take heart. I have overcome the world. John 16:33

In my quiet time, as I asked the Lord what He wanted to say to us, this is what He led me to share: “It has not been in vain. When you stood up for what is right. When you pressed forward against the flow of the world. When you fought for life, for hope,Continue reading “Take heart. I have overcome the world. John 16:33”

Deepen our love – 1 Peter 4:8

Let’s make this celebration of Christ’s birth memorable because of how we choose to LOVE. Lord, help us lay down all our grudges, fears, pride, and regrets, so we can LOVE, even as You first loved us. Set us free from the things that hold us back from more of You, and give us courageContinue reading “Deepen our love – 1 Peter 4:8”

Pray for those who are grieving

Lord, we ask You now for those who have lost loved ones, and are missing them so deeply this Christmas. Hold them close to Your heart. Fill their empty spaces with Your felt presence, and surprise them in special ways that they will know that they know that it is You. Comfort them with YourContinue reading “Pray for those who are grieving”

Pray for the Light to overtake the darkness

Did you consider not celebrating Christmas this year? What got you thinking along those lines?  Christmas takes on a whole new meaning when you live where it is forbidden. (Read more at my blog.) Pray for the Light to dawn in the darkness. Isaiah 9:2. For the underground church to grow so fast, so deep inContinue reading “Pray for the Light to overtake the darkness”