A Prayer to Keep Jesus My Refuge

Four months out from scoliosis surgery, one month before a son’s wedding, and nowhere near where recovery was supposed to be by now. The vision of dancing the night away in joyful celebration had quietly given way to the reality of significant physical limitation. And the questio ...  Show more

Standing in a kitchen on a normal Thursday morning, cordless phone in hand, ready to dial a familiar number — and then realizing, mid-reach, that Mom would not be picking up. She no longer lived on this planet. The sorrow of it washed over again, fresh and heavy. Heaven was certa ...  Show more

There are blessings in walking according to the will of God. 

As we look at the different ways we are to abide in the true vine of God, today we’ll explore the concept of prayer. It is my hope today we walk away with simplified prayer lives. As you learn to seek out the heartbeat of God, may you grow in confidence in his love for you and ...

What are your living for, and what is your motivation? Meditate on this prayer about abiding in Christ from John 14. Our love for Jesus is evident in how we live our life; accepting and obeying His commandments. Wherever you are right now, you are in the presence of God. Give Him ...  Show more