We like to be in control, but life works much better when we let God take the driver’s seat. He offers us power and strength. Why are we afraid to use it?

Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are His dear children. Ephesians 5:1(NLT) I’ve been told that I’m becoming like my mother. As a teenager, this was an offensive statement, but now I consider it a compliment. As is bound to happen in a church community, I often teach my friends’ children and…

You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24 (NIV)…

The angel of the Lord appeared to him in flames of fire from within a bush.  Moses saw that though the bush was on fire it did not burn up. So Moses thought, “I will go over and see this strange sight – why the bush does not burn up.” Exodus 3:2-3 (NIV)   Ah-ha!…

My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me”, and I respond, “I am coming.” Psalm 27:8 (NLT) Come and talk with me.   I love this invitation, don’t you? I imagine God patting the sofa cushion and encouraging me to sit. And I try to respond “I am coming”, because I’m at…

We can’t use pure willpower to behave properly. We must have God’s help. God knows this and is ready and willing to help.

Wisdom shouts in the streets. She cries out in the public square. Come and listen to my counsel. I’ll share my heart with you and make you wise. Proverbs 1:20,23 (NLT) The following excerpts from wise men of faith have helped reshape my devotional time. They suggest refreshing perspectives and practices for our time with…

Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10   After the holidays and nearly a month of travel, I’m trying to re-establish habits. Regular exercise, healthy eating, devotions and writing haven’t happened in quite a while. So after a workout class this morning, I sat at my desk with my devotional. The weekly…

God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 (NIV) I’m not a car enthusiast, but I appreciate this story.   Imagine the most powerful, beautiful car ever built. You choose the make and model, but imagine that car dented and rusted, parts broken,…

Photo: Lightstock Father, I am  beginning to know how much I miss when I fail to talk to thee in prayer, and through prayer to receive into my life the strength and the guidance which only thou canst give. Forgive me for the pride and the presumption that make me continue to struggle to manage…