Sometimes, even when God has given us so much, we end up pouting because of something else we want that we can’t have. Does that sound familiar? Is there something you’ve been longing for He hasn’t given you yet? How has that blocked you in your faith? It may be a valid desire, even oneContinue reading “Better Not Pout”
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New Things Coming
New things are coming. New winds are blowing. I’m talking more and more. Can you hear Me? Can you see Me moving? Can you feel My touch? I am real. And I am here, right where I’ve always been, calling you to come. Walk with Me. I know things have been hard, and at thisContinue reading “New Things Coming”
What Are You Working For?
One morning, the Lord awakened me to a vision of the bride scrubbing the floor, sweat on her brow. “I see you,” the Lord said to her. He reached out with both hands, and as she took them, He pulled her to her feet to look into His eyes. Don’t be like the wife whoContinue reading “What Are You Working For?”
Thankful for Religious Freedom
In many countries throughout the world, Christians must worship the Lord in silence, cut off from other believers because of dangerous political climates that condone persecution of those who do not agree with their agendas. After living almost three decades in one of those countries, where Christians are persecuted and where we could not legally meetContinue reading “Thankful for Religious Freedom”
Blessing Our Family Time
Lord, be our Shield. Protect us and our loved ones from harm. Don’t let the enemy spoil our time together, but cut him out of the meeting. Wherever he plans to sow dissension, bring love, peace, patience, and understanding instead. Help us be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. FillContinue reading “Blessing Our Family Time”
Difficult Family Gatherings
Are you anxious about seeing certain family members during the holidays or encountering strained situations? Here are some helpful prayers: Lord, please fill that whole room and house with Your presence and Your angels, and send the enemy out. Build a shield of protection around our time together and block any plans the enemy hasContinue reading “Difficult Family Gatherings”
A Greater Set Up
This has been a hard year for all of us. We’ve all found ourselves in the midst of trials we can’t see an end to; but we do not lose hope. For our hope is not in everything turning out the way we want. Our hope is in the LORD. “My beloved, I did notContinue reading “A Greater Set Up”
One Way Through This
I am here. This future you dread, the thoughts that spiral you into panic and fear for your children’s future, none of it changes the fact that I am still here. I am still all-powerful. And I still love you and your children more than you can ever imagine. You are Mine. How could IContinue reading “One Way Through This”
Strength to Overcome
In what ways have you felt like a failure lately? Like you’ve missed the mark? Or don’t measure up? Is there an area of your life where you keep messing up, even when you know what you should be doing and actually want to do what is right? “I have the desire to do whatContinue reading “Strength to Overcome”
Peace in the Midst of Danger
As missionaries raising our children in one of the most dangerous countries in the world, we are often asked, “Aren’t you afraid?” At first, yes; very, in fact. But then, through heavy trials and spiritual warfare, the Lord cast out fear with His perfect love. 1 John 4:18. Not only did He carry us throughContinue reading “Peace in the Midst of Danger”
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