Fountains in the Midst of Valleys

What do you do when you encounter “dry seasons” in your walk with Christ? You can’t seem to get anything out of the Word… Reading, studying, memorizing, and meditating lose their delight and almost become mundane… You need direction for a crucial decision and can’t...

One More Mile

The Lord has called each of us to serve. But many times along the road we become exhausted, feeling as if we can’t move another inch. Have you ever felt this way before? Do you ever wake up in the morning with the thought that you simply can’t do one more extra thing?...

Chosen Vessel

The Master was searching for a vessel to use; Before Him were many; Which one would He choose? “Take me,” cried the gold one, “I’m shiny and bright. I’m of great value and I do things just right. My beauty and luster will outshine the rest, And for someone like you,...

When Life Becomes More Than You Can Stand…

… kneel. Every day we face trials. Some are bigger than others, but all tend to stretch our faith, cause some pain, and test whether or not we really believe that the Lord governs each little area of our lives! I was flipping through one of my old journals this...

Judas and the Door

Jesus said, "I am the Door." While we know that it was God’s sovereign plan for Jesus to die for our sins, and that some will be saved while others reject Christ, we also have to recognize that we are responsible for our decisions. Although God planned...

A Day of Gratitude

On this day set aside for thanksgiving, may our hearts be lifted up in deep gratitude to the Lord for all He has done! Dad read this to us this morning at breakfast:   “When ye will offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving unto the Lord, offer it at your own will.”...