How the Work of the Cross Delivered Me

I have been a Christian my whole life, but it has mostly been a selfish one. However, earlier this year, as I was agonizing about what my calling was, what I was supposed to do with my life, how I...

Loving God Wholeheartedly

But when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?  Luke 18:8 There was this widow who went to an unrighteous judge and asked for justice against her adversary. For a while, the judge denied her request,...

Learning Poverty of Spirit

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3 Ever since I was a young girl, I wanted to be famous. I loved being in the spotlight. I loved being on stage, having all...

All That I Want

Whom have I in heaven but you?  And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength  of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 73:25-26 I think...

My Testimony of Healing & Reconciliation

When my soul was embittered, when I was pricked in heart,  I was brutish and ignorant; I was like a beast toward you.  Nevertheless, I am continually with you; you hold my right hand. Psalm 73:22-23 When I went to...

His Grace is Enough

The Lord redeems the life of his servants;  none of those who take refuge in him will be condemned. Psalm 34:22 I have felt condemnation knocking on my door lately, telling me that I have no right to be writing...

Set Apart as Holy

As for me, I am poor and needy, but the Lord takes thought for me. Psalm 40:17 I have always been sensitive. Everything is dramatic to me. When I feel happy, I am ecstatic. And when I feel sad, I...

Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus, Come!

The Spirit and the Bride say, “Come.” And let the one who hears say, “Come.” And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price. Revelation 22:17 Many times in...

His Steadfast Love is Better Than Life

Because your steadfast love is better than life,     my lips will praise you. Psalm 63:3 Because the Lord loves you, you can trust Him. He is the Maker and Lover of your soul. He doesn’t grow tired of loving you....