When she hugged her father for the last time before he died, it was the first hug she had ever experienced with him. As she felt the warmth of his chest and his long arms surrounding her, she felt the pang of regret. Why had she never been held by this man--her father? He awkwardly patted her back and pulled away, averting hi[...]
Seasons make a huge difference. Here in Canada, you won’t want to go outside in a t-shirt in January, but you also won’t want to go outside with snow pants in July - both scenarios would be intolerable! Our Canadian seasons are drastically different, and we adjust accordingly – like all good Canadians do. King Solomon onc[...]
"Trust the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your path" Proverbs 3:5-6(ESV). THE WEAVER --- CORRIE TEN BOOM 'MY LIFE IS BUT A WEAVING BETWEEN MY GOD AND ME, I CANNOT CHOOSE THE COLOURS HE WEAVETH STEADILY. OFT TIMES HE WEAVETH SOR[...]
"You will tread on the lion and the adder; the young lion and the serpent you will trample underfoot. Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him because he knows my name. When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. With long life I will[...]
This word came to me after planting a vegetable garden. As you have planted, I am planting my church amid an evil generation. Just as it is difficult and painful to prune a healthy, living plant, I am pruning the church so it will grow stronger and bear much good fruit. I strip away dead things for growth. As I water the p[...]
Young Mary was going about her day with excited distraction. Newly engaged, she looked forward to becoming Joseph's wife. What would it be like to be married? Would Joseph like her cooking? Would he be a tidy housemate? What would their future look like? Would they have children? With her mind full of hearts and rainbows, Mary[...]
The Lord places us in situations, and at times, these are not comfortable. We are delusional if we think grassy meadows and buttercups will also surround us. Or, for this coming season, a hot chocolate, a warm fire and soothing music. As we all know, there are many challenges and stumbling blocks in our path, and one challenging[...]
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." John 10:10 (ESV). As I turn the knob to the front door of my home, I notice something strange: it is unlocked. I hesitate. Is someone, or something, in my house? Have they been watching me or waiting for me to come[...]
“The seed falling on rocky soil represents those who hear the message and immediately receive it with joy. But since they don’t have deep roots, they don’t last long. They fall away as soon as they have problems or are persecuted for believing God’s word.” Matthew 13:20-21 (NLT). I so admire people who are good garden[...]
"PRAY WITHOUT CEASING"… 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Heavenly Father, forgive me for the times I use busyness as an excuse not to spend even five minutes with You. I often say I'll do it later, but later comes and goes without me taking that time. I know I need God every day and in everything, so He is the first priority in my day.[...]