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February 25, 2021
Does Anything Good Come from Hardship? When we stand far off from a trial, we are quick to acknowledge that God uses hard times to change us. We agree that through difficulty He molds us and shapes us to be more like Him. But when we’re in the trial, we are reminded change does not come without pain. Without emotional struggle. Without wrestling or all-out contention with God for what He has allowed in our life. As if our situation...
July 17, 2018
We all go through hard things in life that leave us broken and hurting; that leave us feeling scared, confused and invisible. The assurance that someone who deeply cares about us sees this and knows the details, brings us significance, comfort and peace. Cruising by and scoping out homes can be a delightful pastime when traveling. Specking out the various styles, colors, layouts and landscapes. Even better to drive by at night when the lights are on and one can...
July 17, 2018
The next best thing to God seeing you and knowing you is the reality that God loves you. It is critical to know that He sees with precision what is happening in your life. In your mind. In your heart. But it is life-altering when you realize that he doesn’t just see you. He loves you. God. Loves. You. His love for you is not based on anything you have done. Or have not done. Or will ever do. It...
July 17, 2018
One of the most beautiful things about our Heavenly Father is that not only does He see you, knowing all that is in your mind and heart and circumstance; and not only does He love you with a sacrificial, everlasting, immeasurable love; He is a God of intimacy, deeply involved in the lives of His children. God does not watch us from afar and love from a distance. He is a devoted Father, treasuring time with us. Wanting to commune...