Redemption’s Kiss

I will listen to what God the Lord says; He promises peace to His people, His faithful servants— but let them not turn to folly. Surely His salvation is near those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land. Love and faithfulness meet together; righteousness and peace kiss each other. Faithfulness springs…

Spiritual Battle

Our vulnerability is exactly where God’s strength becomes visible. We are not too complicated for God. We are never too fearful, too confused, too distracted, or broken for God.  When we are weak, humility takes up residence. The Spirit of God reminds us that we are not failing because of our heavy thoughts. We are…

Submit to God

The Spirit of God wins by truth, surrender, and daily alignment with God’s will. The flesh’s influence weakens as the Spirit grows stronger through denial and discernment. The loud demands of our flesh fade  every time we acquiesce to the lead of the Holy Spirit. Our invitation that He guide us begets a wise answer.…

Rejoice Always

God’s command to “Rejoice Always” is bounced around in our reasoning mind. “But, I don’t FEEL like rejoicing.” God did NOT say, “Rejoice, only if you feel like it.” He said, “Rejoice always!” Happiness comes from the word happen. If my happenings don’t happen to happen the way I happen to want my happenings to…