by Carol Roberts
It’s funny how sometimes we can pray and pray for something but when we get the answer it is a huge disappointment. What seemed like the answer to a job, a school, relationship or group of friends turns out to be totally opposite of what we pray for. We get to these dead ends andRead More
No matter how long the night the sun rises in the morning. No matter how dark the pressures of life, His light is always present. Seek the Lord and He will shine His light brighter than any sun. Luke 1:78-80 Because of God’s tender mercy, the morning light from heaven is about to break uponRead More
When we walk with the Lord we are never alone. Following in His footsteps does not guarantee a smooth path. Many times His path is totally opposite of ease. We are sent as sheep among wolves to spread the good news of Jesus Christ. He directs our path step by step. Sometimes the step willRead More
Seek the Lord and He will be found. God speaks when we are still and listening for His voice. Jesus sought many times to be alone to pray. That’s where He gathered strength to continue ministering. When we take the time to be alone with God, He will renew our strength and give encouragement inRead More
When asked to perform a task that is beyond our reach the first word that should come from our mouth is “Father.” God never intends for us to tackle impossible demands on our own. In the old testament there were times when an army was small and the enemy was numerous and strong. As peopleRead More
It’s easy to trust during good times. Things work out. There is confidence in a good job, relationships and material things. But what are we really rejoicing over during these times? All these things are temporary while here on earth. It’s during the trials and uncertainties that we draw from our Lord’s strength. The peaceRead More
Many times His voice goes unnoticed because His tugging at our hearts is very kind and gentle. The world’s way of doing things is very luring and popular. The world offers fast and exciting ways to enjoy life for today but it comes with a price. It causes many to live a lifestyle of jumpingRead More
God has everything under control. All your cares belong to Him now. Enjoy your day and tell others about the awesome love of Jesus Christ. Matthew 6:27 Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? 1 Peter 5:7 Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.
He has the whole world in His hand. He created heaven and earth. All answers are in His hand. It’s a comforting thought to know that no matter how complex things get, He will open His mighty hand to us that holds the answer. Psalm 95:4-5 He holds in his hands the depths of theRead More
The standard rule of love is represented by the word “JOY.” It means to always put Jesus first, the needs of others second and yourself last. There are times when sleep is put aside in order to pray for friend headed down a wrong path. The opportunity for a good paying job is postponed becauseRead More