"God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure." --Ephesians 1:5 (NLT) All of us long to be accepted, and we will often go to great lengths to fit in with our [...]
"Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth." --2 Timothy 2:15 (NLT) Have you ever had a nightmare like this? I've had this type of dream several times. You arrive [...]
"If I had not confessed the sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened." --Psalm 66:18 (NLT) Computers are like most people. They have a mind of their own, and they work only when they want to work. The above statement echoes my recent frustration regarding modern technology, and specifically some of the [...]
"When you obey my commandments, you remain in my love, just as I obey my Father’s commandments and remain in his love. I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow!" --John 15:10-11 (NLT) Have you ever experienced something difficult which opened doors for [...]
"Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that is with him: for there be more with us than with him: With him is an arm of flesh; but with us is the LORD our God to help us, and to fight our battles. [...]
"Jesus responded, “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Then he got up and rebuked the wind and waves, and suddenly there was a great calm." --Matthew 8:26 (NLT) Have you ever felt so afraid to do something that you allowed that fear to stop you, and then regretted your choice afterwards? I [...]