Several years ago on a trip to Alaska, a commercial fisherman treated me to a trip around Petersburg Bay. What a thrill! We saw sea lions, seals, eagles, and even several whales. But what inspired the greatest awe in me were the icebergs. The captain of the boat, exercising great caution, steered well clear of […]
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There is no time lost in waiting… if you are waiting on the Lord. Sarah, the woman God had called “a mother of nations,” waited on the Lord for 25 years! Clutching God’s remarkable promise for a son, she had waited—right on past her childbearing years. The future looked hopeless, and although she had her […]
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Traditionally, Thanksgiving Day is a food-filled celebration associated with expressing gratitude to God. But for some, this has been a tough year, and we don’t feel much like celebrating. Here’s hope for when Thanksgiving is hard.
DEVOTION: A college student asked me, “How can I be more humble?” Believe me, this took some thought. But here are some of the answers I gave her.
The holidays can be a special time to spend with family and friends, celebrating a common faith. But if you share the family table with unbelievers, it may be a difficult time – yet we can find peace and guidance in the Word of God. We are called to love (John 15:12-13). God Himself is love (1 John 4:8) and we are made in His image (Genesis 1:27). We are to walk as Jesus walked (1 John 2:6) and Jesus is one with God (John 1:18). The Bible is a blueprint for ministering to the lost and broken.
Trusting in yourself is shaky ground. Trust instead in the rock that is solid—Jesus Christ.
We are called to be a helper, an encourager, and a supportive wife to our husband. That leaves no room for careless or thoughtless words. Here’s biblical counsel on how to speak kindly.
Oftentimes, holiday schedules are hectic with social activities, plays, and Christmas preparation. But, don’t let your time get away from you! Here are 6 ways to make memories over the holidays.
Beware of being a wife who has a “when-then” attitude, thinking, “When he does this—then I’ll do that.” This method might work some of the time, but when it does, what have you really gained? Your assignment from God is not to change your husband, but to love, follow, assist, and minister to him.
When worry strikes, we can get discouraged or even depressed. Here are three ways to help you stop worrying and restore your hope.