The Lord Is My Shepherd
Psalm 23 is one we probably learned in Sunday school, but have we ever taken time to actually look at the words and the progression? It’s time to take a closer look. . .
Lydia Mindling
Lydia Mindling is inspired by three things: God’s love, Christ’s sacrifice, and creation. When not writing, Lydia enjoys horseback riding, hikes, and attempts at baking the world’s best brownies.
The Essence of Peace
What is your peace? Do you place peace in your work, accomplishments, talents, or money? These things can all become false idols, but Christ is the essence of peace. . .
Rainfall on Dry Land
There are times when our spiritual walk feels like a desert. There are few signs of life or progress, and things are dry and brown. But God is our restorer and rainfall on dry land. . .
Slow to Speak
How quick are we to give an opinion or observation? How eager are we to hold our tongues, listen, and discern? More times than we realize or care to admit, our tongues run away with our hearts. . .
Fatherly Love
We serve a great and powerful God, yet He is also a Father. God shows such compassion to Elijah in today’s passage. This compassion and pure fatherly love is how God directs us. . .
Humility
If someone were to ask you, “Do you consider yourself equal to God?” your answer would be an emphatic, “No!” But how often do our actions overwrite our answer?
God Doesn’t Rely on Time
We often wait for god. We wait in storms, calm, calamity, and confusion; we wait for His return. But our God doesn’t rely on time; time relies on Him. . .
When God Appears Distant
What can you do when God appears to be distant in your life? Here are some things that David did in Psalms that might also help us during those difficult periods. . .
Be Silent
Throughout scripture we see the command to “be silent” or “be still.” Have you ever taken a moment to meditate on and ponder this command? Why silence?
Isolation
Isolation is a dangerous way to live. We are most vulnerable when alone, and most susceptible to temptation. Do not estrange yourself from the body of Christ. . .