Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2
My daughter was recently involved in a wreck. She wasn’t at fault and thankfully, she walked away with only some minor aches and pains.
I had just entered my office when she called to tell me the news. It was her first accident and she was terrified to say the least. I left work immediately but I was 25 minutes away from her and I felt so helpless.
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16
I was in the midst of hundreds of Spirit filled ladies at a weekend conference and the atmosphere was explosive. God was supplying miraculous answers to the hundreds of petitions being laid at His feet.
The service came to a conclusion and many lingered at the altar in the presence of the King. But when we finally left, our spirits were revived.
And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the Lord. And, behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the Lord; but the Lord was not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the Lord was not in the earthquake: And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. I Kings 19:11-12
Decisions, decisions, decisions. I had a fast approaching deadline and I had to make a decision soon. I didn’t have a clue as to what choice I should make before that deadline.
I prayed and prayed for God to help me determine the best option but all I heard was silence. I prayed, I contemplated my options, and I prayed again, but nothing.
See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! I John 3:1 (NIV)
The flowers kept coming in, one bouquet after another. And not one of them had my name on it. It was Valentine’s Day and I dreaded it. I was single and I felt like the day was going to be a taunting reminder of that.
I was happy for my coworkers who were receiving these beautiful flower arrangements. All the roses were fragrant and brightened up the office. But deep down inside I was hiding the truth: I did not feel loved.
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14
One of my sons decided to use profanity when he was around nine years old. He didn’t think I heard him either until I walked into his room.
I immediately took him by the hand and led him to the kitchen where I would teach him a lesson about using foul language.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Psalm 23:3
I love to read. At any given time I have 2-3 books on my nightstand and the topics range from inspirational, educational, self-improvement to the occasional Christian fiction.
I was relaxing one evening and started reading a Christian fiction novel. I was thoroughly enjoying the book and the down time from a busy week that I was totally unprepared for what I was about to read.
From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Psalm 61:2
I was a single mom having a difficult week emotionally. I woke up everyday agitated, frustrated and short tempered. I prayed, I cried and I complained to the Lord about everything.
After all, doesn’t His Word give us permission to complain?
I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble. Psalm 142:2