PLANTED BEFORE POSITIONED
“Now the Lord God had planted a garden in the east, in Eden; and there he put the man he had formed.” Genesis 2:8 (NIV) There is something beautifully intentional about the way God works. Genesis 2:8 gives us a glimpse into His nature as both Creator and Provider. Before placing Adam on the earth, […]
WHEN REJECTION BECOMES REDIRECTION (1 SAMUEL 29-30)
Rejection, that “R” word that we don’t often like to talk about because it hurts. Yet, many times it’s a blessing in disguise. Let’s open the Word and walk through a powerful example together. In 1 Samuel 29–30, we meet David during one of the most difficult seasons of his life. He is on the […]
THE ART OF EMOTIONAL KINDNESS – 10 WAYS TO BE THE LIGHT.
What does it really mean to be the light of the world? In Matthew 5:14–16, Jesus calls us “the light of the world,” urging us to let our light shine before others so they may see our good deeds and glorify our Father in heaven. Here is a non-exhaustive list of ten simple ways you […]
THE GIFT OF GOD’S “NO”
We rarely celebrate the word “No”. It’s not an easy word to embrace. Especially God’s “NO!” It can feel like rejection, silence, or even divine abandonment. You pray, you fast, you cry, and heaven seems to be silent. It can be lonely, disorienting, and isolating. Yet when you stand on the other side of the […]
WHAT MAKES A WOMAN BEAUTIFUL?
Is it her makeup? Her smile? Is it the length or style of her hair? Is it her shape, her skin, her clothes, or the way she carries herself into a room? I’ve asked myself this question more than once, and maybe you have too. But with time, experience, and the gentle whispers of God, […]
DWELL TO REST – LIVING IN GOD’S PRESENCE
We are living in a time when everything pulls at us. Work, deadlines, family, phone notifications, commitments, even good things can become distractions. If we are not careful, we can go through an entire day without truly slowing down to be with God. That’s why we need to be intentional about where we dwell. Psalm […]
GOD KEEPS HIS PROMISES
I find so much comfort and strength in discovering God’s character in His Word. Every verse that reveals His faithfulness reminds me who He truly is. One that stands out is 2 Kings 8:19 (NLT): “But the Lord did not want to destroy Judah, for He had promised his servant David that his descendants would […]