Loving Myself So I Can Love Others

Loving Myself So I Can Love Others

On the surface today’s verse appears pretty straight forward, but when I read it I wonder, “What if I don’t love myself?” For those who haven’t learned how to love and accept the beautiful creation they are, obeying this commandment may seem impossible. For those who have been deeply hurt over a long period of…

When My Foot Slips

When My Foot Slips

Today I’m revisiting a story that brought this verse to life for me along with some new insights I received from some friends.  A few years ago, this verse played out in real life. I was washing dishes and turned to clean the stovetop, but failed to close the dishwasher door before turning. Suddenly, I…

He Never Gives Up

He Never Gives Up

Today’s verse follows a recap of Israel’s long cycle of obedience, rebellion, captivity, repentance, deliverance, and obedience. God’s chosen people consistently broke the covenant God made with them, but God did not destroy or forsake them. Yes, He disciplined them, but He never gave up on them. Ultimately, He sent His Son to redeem them…

God’s Timing

God’s Timing

In today’s verse, Peter is addressing the early church about Christ’s return. Many were asking why it was taking so long. Peter’s reply explains God’s mercy, patience, and grace towards humanity. God wants as many people as possible to come to Him through Christ. He understands our eagerness for the Lord’s return, but wants to…

What Kind of Love!

What Kind of Love!

1 John 3:1 stirs my heart every time I read it! I remember the day the words of this verse changed my perspective about my relationship with the Lord. I was attending a Bible study at a local church where the speaker used 1 John 3:1 as her focus. I’m not sure why, but as…