I have received the very mercy of God. Mercifulness is an attitude of compassion and care, grounded in the nature …
It is way too easy to let my heart to be troubled. Most days are a challenge. Some are not. …
King David is being chased by Saul. He is hiding in a cave. He is in a very tough spot. …
God is loyal. God is faithful. That is just who God is. It is His very nature. When God says …
God is very faithful and loyal. God does everything He promises. I can count on that. My job is to …
Jesus is clear that we are to help the poor. We are to give to them directly. I am not …
Here is good news. Jesus heals the sick. Jesus does it all the time. Jesus is in the healing business. …
God gives us wonderful gifts, just like any father would do. If I ask for bread, will God give me …
Literally, Peter wrote, “Be constantly rejoicing!” In fact, he mentioned joy in one form or another four times in these …
There is a whole lot of joy in knowing Jesus. God is good and always in a good mood. So …
It should be understood that Jesus is “the” good shepherd, not simply “a” good shepherd, as others may be, but …
God is good in that I can count on His word. God is faithful. God will keep His promises. God …
We seem a little reluctant to talk about the ecstatic experience. Is that for mystics and weirdo’s I think? Maybe …
The surprises along the way are God’s surprises. He is never caught off guard or unprepared. He calls me to …
Somehow, we have this image of God, from the Old Testament, as an angry old man. Grumpy to the core. …
It is not about me. Of course I get down. I start crying the blues. I’m throwing a big pity …
Why doesn’t God answer all prayers for healing? Does His seeming silence call His goodness or existence into question? Sean …
God cares about me. This is practical talk from Jesus. If God cares for canaries, how much does He care …
I gave her a $20 bill. I owed her $2.32. She gave me my change and I walked away. Later …
God gives us wonderful gifts, just like any father would do. If I ask for bread, will God give me …
Most people understand hope as wishful thinking, as in “I hope something will happen.” I have been guilty of thinking that. It …
God is good. God alone is good. God only has good things in mind for me. Jesus wants me to …
It is a distraction game. It is classic but I see it happening. I do it sometimes as well. I …
The surprises along the way are God’s surprises. He is never caught off guard or unprepared. He calls me to …
I have something to shout about. I have family and friends that want the best for me. They really do. …
True love is forgiving: God loves me so He forgives me for missing His goal (aka sin) for my life. …
King David knows what it is like to be in some tough places. He spent much of his life in …
God showed His infinite kindness to me. God sent His Son Jesus to die for me. Surely I can, by …
Jesus wants to perform a miracle in my life. There are many competing voices telling me it won’t happen. Who …
King David knew that our Master (Lord) is our shepherd. We all love Psalm 23. Jesus is the good shepherd. …
Ultimately, God’s goodness is seen in His plan to redeem me from missing His goal (aka sin). The gospel is …
I should be patient, even as Jesus is patient. Naturally, in and of myself, I am not. God’s kindness is …
I need to find more hope. God is good and in a good mood. Justice, while lacking here some days, will be done. …
Jesus stands firm against evil. Jesus challenges me to do the same. As God’s child, I walk according to this …
I want to please God, my heavenly Father. That is my heart’s desire. It takes sacrifice on my part. It …
God is good — We see it in his work of creation I have good news. God is God and perfect. …
Am I wrong to hope? Now this is amazing. I am not disappointed when I hope. In my hope, I …
God acts from the highest, purest motives. God expects me to do the same. Humans are satisfied with whatever looks …
Over the years I have been fortunate to develop some really good friends in my journey with Jesus. I thank God …
All God’s perfect qualities are made freely available to all for the benefit of the whole world. God is good. …
This is the third time Jesus appears to the disciples. They’ve been out fishing all night. They’ve been working. They …
God not only is good but more importantly, God does good. God acts on His goodness and demonstrates it to …
Here we are. It is “Resurrection Sunday”. I’m celebrating the resurrection of Jesus not bunnies and chocolate candy. That’s just …
All God’s perfect qualities are made freely available to all for the benefit of the whole world. God is good. …
Jesus knows that nothing is impossible with God. It is in his heart, he believes it, he thinks about it …
Jesus wants me to hear his message of good news (aka the gospel). Jesus does everything he can to create …
Being a part of the world of Thanks-Living means we know about trouble ahead but are thankful none the less. …
Jesus intends for us to have great relationships with people in our world. That is His goal for us. Jesus …
Justice is a tricky thing. For many it is befuddling and confusing. They are seeking justice here in our country. …
Here we go. Fasten the seat belts. Jesus nails it here. He always asks the right questions. I’ve got nowhere …
This is important for me to know. It is, in fact, critical. Jesus is very interested in what I want …
The Apostle Paul challenges to know a few things. God is at work in my life Jesus, the Messiah, is …
Here it is. It is the main thing about the main thing. Our Father is in a good mood. He …
What does it take to be a part of God’s family? The answer is very straight forward. Jesus doesn’t hold …
Is this a game to be played like cat-and-mouse or hide-and-seek? When I need something, should I try to bargain …
Our Father is near. His way of running things is taking hold. It can’t be missed. His presence is right …
God is so good. He is in a good mood all the time. Jesus, God’s son, loves and never stops …
Jesus is saving me a seat. It has my name on it. At the great wedding dinner, I have a …
God is great – Nothing is impossible for Him. He can and does anything. Jesus redeems me. Jesus saves me. …
Men are supposed to be strong. And yet, our hearts get broken. There is good news though. Jesus came to …
It is a great biblical tradition to celebrate with Thanksgiving. Our God is God and in a good mood. Giving …
Jesus told of the man who entrusted three of his servants with thousands of dollars, urging them to handle his …
Jesus is our Messiah and he poured out his blood for us. Jesus sacrificed his perfect and mature life for …
I am God’s creation. He made me. Jesus loves me. Everything that happens in my life works out for good. Courage …
Of course we have problems. Are we counting our problems or our blessings? It makes a difference. God is in …
On days I am not working, sometimes I feel like taking a nap. So … I do. It feels great. …
There are some things that just aren’t possible with us. We can’t please God without faith. With faith, nothing is …
What matters? There are a lot of things that don’t really matter at the end of the day. Who won …
We are all on a mission given to us by the Messiah Jesus Himself. I am not exempt. God has …
God knows exactly how much I can handle. God is God and God is Great. God will see me through to …
I get scared. I am upset. I get beside myself and loose it. It happens. It is not pleasant. I …
God’s good word to us is constant. There are no ups and downs with his love. The message of Jesus …
The religious bullies want to intimidate us into silence. Nothing would please them more. Jesus challenges us to speak up …
We have amazing news. This is not trivial. This is beyond good. This is great. God is in a good …
I am sticking with God!! I could trust myself, my friends, my family. Nothing wrong with that. That is what …
I have heard a lot. God is good and tells me His secrets. Are we keeping them to ourselves or giving them …
Need to get a quick charge with a stunning overview of who you are in Jesus? God is in a …
Sometimes I get tired of waiting on God. I know that may sound like heresy but it is true. It’s …
I think I know it all. I am very confident about what the future holds for me. But can I really out imagine God? …
Here is a truth I need to remember. When there’s NOTHING left I can do about a situation I need to remember …
Jesus, the Messiah, challenges us to change our minds (repent). Do we need more or do we have more than …
When we talk with God, Jesus the Messiah challenges us to be direct. God already knows what we need. God …
Our God is great God who cares for us. God is good all the time. God has a plan for …
Jesus demands radical obedience from us but also brings good news. No one is shut out from God. All are …
One of my favorite stories is told in a book called “Believe in the God who Believes in You.” Robert …
God has a goal for us. God wants us to spend time with him. God wants us to keep company …
There are experts galore. No lack of those who “officially” know all the rules and regulations. When Jesus asked the …
God challenges us to see what He is doing. It is a choice. If I look around I can see …
What can go wrong? Our fear is that anything and everything will go wrong. That is an enemy whispering in …
One of the themes I hear about almost everywhere I turn is about how good God is and what a …
As mothers and fathers, we understand the love that we have for our children. Magnify that by a factor of …
God is incredible good. God is looking for me. He feels compassion for me. His heart pounds when He sees me. …
God is good. There is no doubt about it. The Apostle Paul starts out his message to the Colossians with …
God has started something in us. It is an amazing work. We serve a God who loves us and has …
We love God but still don’t have a clear idea what He has in mind for us. What God has …
God is love. God is always looking for the best in us. He doesn’t see our foibles and quirks. God is …
Our heavenly Father is in a good mood. He always is and never waivers from that feeling. No ups and …
Jesus came to give us an abundant life. And true to God’s word, we have it in Jesus. God is …
Jesus challenges us to understand why God does what He does. It is one thing to understand what God does. …
Today is a day to stay calm. No need to freak out. Who’s got you? God’s got you, that’s who! …
