In His Presence
I think we sometimes forget that through the Holy Spirit we have access to the Lord all the time. As my granddaughter told me a few years ago, “God isn’t a feeling. He just is.”
Grab Hold of Something Sturdy
When I thought, “My foot slips,” your steadfast love, O Lord, held me up.Psalm 94:18 We all have times when we feel physically unsteady and we reach for something to prevent a fall. If we reach for something sturdy, we don’t fall. However, if we reach for a movable object, we’ll likely tumble to the…
Light in the Darkness
For we walk by faith, not by sight.2 Corinthians 5:7 Navigating unfamiliar surroundings in the dark is difficult. That’s why I always keep a light on in the room I’m sleeping in or make sure I have easy access to a light when I’m in an unfamiliar room. In contrast, I can navigate my bedroom…
He is my Shield and my Rock
During my childhood I often felt alone and hopeless until I remembered I had a friend named Jesus who brought me comfort and strength.
I’m Not One of “Those People”?
Sometimes I still struggle with asking for help because I don’t want to be a burden or I think my needs aren’t important, but I also struggle with self-reliance. Because I grew up in an abusive home, I learned early that I couldn’t rely on anyone for help.