A man’s mind plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps and makes them sure. – Proverbs 16:9, Amplified Bible (AMP) The Stroups* had a plan: Leave the United States of America behind, Settle in Cambodia, Build an orphanage, and Take over the administration of an existing Christian school. Having spent close to two… Continue reading When God throws you a curveball, keep on swinging.
Category: God-dependence
Good health comes from this.
A calm and undisturbed mind and heart are the life and health of the body, but envy, jealousy, and wrath are like rottenness of the bones. – Proverbs 14:30, Amplified Bible (AMP) Every now and then, various news outlets run stories on senior citizens who’ve made it to the 100-year-old mark. During every such story… Continue reading Good health comes from this.
The sweet promise of Proverbs 3.
When you lie down, you shall not be afraid; yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet. – Proverbs 3:24, Amplified Bible (AMP) In a world filled with things to fear, every Christian has the chance to escape the anxieties and terrors of life by doing the one thing that Proverbs 3:21-26… Continue reading The sweet promise of Proverbs 3.
Sometimes, you’ve just got to hide under your apron.
And in the morning, long before daylight, He got up and went out to a deserted place, and there He prayed. – Mark 1:35, Amplified Bible (AMP) Life can be extremely busy, but I cannot imagine how busy it would be as a parent of 19 children. As reported on www.joniandfriends.org: Susanna Wesley, born in… Continue reading Sometimes, you’ve just got to hide under your apron.
Ever tried painting with your teeth?
Before I formed you in the womb I knew [and] approved of you [as My chosen instrument], and before you were born I separated and set you apart, consecrating you; [and] I appointed you as a prophet to the nations. – Jeremiah 1:5, Amplified Bible (AMP) The following is from www.joniandfriends.org Joni Eareckson Tada, the… Continue reading Ever tried painting with your teeth?
One person CAN make a difference.
It is time for thee, Lord, to work: for they have made void thy law. – Psalm 119:126, KJV There will be times in your life when you will look at the world around you, and you will remark to yourself, “This world is so messed up, and there is nothing I can do about… Continue reading One person CAN make a difference.
When was the last time you went Scripture diving?
It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might learn Your statutes. – Psalm 119:71, Amplified Bible (AMP) There is nothing more unwanted, yet more necessary, than affliction. When things are great and we are at ease, we rarely pay attention to the precious promises of God. Instead, we are prone… Continue reading When was the last time you went Scripture diving?
Our parents were smarter than we once thought.
I will praise and give thanks to You with uprightness of heart when I learn [by sanctified experiences] Your righteous judgments [Your decisions against and punishments for particular lines of thought and conduct]. – Psalm 119:7, Amplified Bible (AMP) For thousands of years, young people all over the world have awakened one day to discover… Continue reading Our parents were smarter than we once thought.
Don’t fear change; embrace it!
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest. – Joshua 1:9, KJV It is a rare person that embraces change. Even when things aren’t great, most people prefer their mediocre present to a… Continue reading Don’t fear change; embrace it!
Ask for Paul’s attitude first thing every day.
But none of these things move me; neither do I esteem my life dear to myself, if only I may finish my course with joy and the ministry which I have obtained from [which was entrusted to me by] the Lord Jesus, faithfully to attest to the good news (Gospel) of God’s grace (His unmerited… Continue reading Ask for Paul’s attitude first thing every day.