As we approach the holiday season, many of us take time to reflect on the deeper meaning behind our traditions and celebrations. One of the most profound Bible verses that resonates with me during this time is from Isaiah, which speaks of the birth of a child who will bring hope and peace to the world. "For to us a child is bor[...]
Two weeks ago, after being away from Heartstrong for some time, I camped out in the Book of Isaiah, and God met me there. He is so compassionate. I know because all too often He provides the "right word" for my "right now" circumstances. During that week, He highlighted the following words: comfort, peace, and Cornerstone.[...]
Peace is one of those godly attributes that I still don’t fully comprehend, and I wonder if I ever will come to a complete understanding of it. The absence of fighting, conflict, or intense internal turmoil typically characterizes worldly peace. Usually, Counsellors will advise those who seek peace to practice self-care and e[...]
“I am sure of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it on to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. “Philippians 1:6(ESV). I believe you, God! And I can’t wait until you come back. I’ll be whole then. But…Yeah, I literally can’t wait! It seems like it’s taking forever. How many years have I struggl[...]
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways, declares the LORD.” Isaiah 55:8 (ESV). I often think of this scripture. I need it written in my mind and on my heart, so I not only remember it, but live by it. But do I totally live this and trust in God, who sees clearly my path and the obstacles t[...]
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus himself said: 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Acts 20:35 (NIV). As we journey through our faith with the Lord, we are constantly reminded of the precious gifts He has bestowed upon u[...]
One of the things I like about Heartstrong is the discussion prompts or questions, which cause me to consider and respond. Therein lies the opportunity for growth and understanding. When Pastor Lori asked us to consider one verse that stood out to us that we could spend the rest of our lives practicing as we followed Jesus, wha[...]
“It’s time to sit on your chair now,” I said to my young student who had just started school, three weeks behind his peers. I pointed at his chair and waved my hands in a downward motion. He crawled under a table—not even his table. With three children in my class this year who don’t speak English, I have had to draw[...]
"But you will receive power and ability when the Holy Spirit comes upon you…" (Acts 1:8 AMP) I have always struggled with tempering my enthusiasm when I move a rock in my life and discover a treasure beneath it. We are still on our Heartstrong journey, but I am getting the sense that there is an awakening that seems to be pe[...]
"Peter was very perplexed; what could the vision mean? Meanwhile, as Peter was puzzling over the vision, the Holy Spirit said to him, "Three men have come looking for you." Acts 10:17a, 19 (NLT). In the journey of life, we can feel like discovering God's specific purpose or calling for us is a bit like building a complex puzzl[...]
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