Enlarge the place of your tent and let the curtains of your habitations be stretched out; do not hold back; lengthen your cords and strengthen your stakes. Isaiah 54:2(ESV). Isaiah 54 is named the eternal covenant of peace. The study notes for this chapter indicate that God commands His people to prepare joyfully for their futu[...]
In our modern-day, productive, fast-paced culture, we value and celebrate doing and achieving. But a story in the New Testament tends to challenge our status quo. This story questions our priorities and what we value. Once upon a time, long ago, Jesus was a guest in someone's home. Hosting anyone – let alone the Lord – is a[...]
"Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you; before you were born, I set you apart..." (Jeremiah 1:5) There is something profoundly beautiful about this scripture. It has inspired me and filled my heart with joy. While God may not have set us apart like He did Jeremiah, He has chosen each of us for a purpose. As we are reminde[...]
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. Hebrews 13:8 (ESV). In a time where many things are being questioned and, in some cases, changed, what remains trustworthy? This is an important question to consider. While the rumbling under our feet might be louder than usual, I can guarantee there have been seasons of[...]
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[...]