devotionsfordifficultdays

He is Aware

But He knows the way that I take [He has concern for it, appreciates, and pays attention to it]. When He has tried me, I shall come forth as refined gold [pure and luminous]. Job 23:10 The eyes of the LORD are in every place. Proverbs 15:3a NASB For You, O God, have proved us;Continue reading “He is Aware”

Highlights and Covid-19

Friends, It’s been over a year since I penned the devotional below. As the cascading tragic events of the last few weeks have reverberated in my mind and across our globe, its truths came to my mind again. Too many of us who claim the name of the Lord Jesus Christ are living and walkingContinue reading “Highlights and Covid-19”

Flood Waters

The following devotion was originally written during the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey (2019). Today, as we survey another literal hurricane, as well as the hurricane of events flooding our world and perhaps those in our sphere, I am compelled to bring His Word of hope and encouragement. While words alone do not change the realityContinue reading “Flood Waters”

Has God said?

Did God really say…? Genesis 3:1 Jesus answered, “It is written: Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes out of the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4 How does one know where to land their feet on the solid foundation of what Truth actually is? In our culture and world,Continue reading “Has God said?”

Because He Cares for You

Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you. Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken. 1 Peter 5:7 Berean Study Bible Psalm 55:22 NASB Because He cares for you. Familiarity breeds contempt. The extraordinary becoming ordinary. In the era ofContinue reading “Because He Cares for You”

Shattered Snow-globe

The LORD is near to those who are discouraged; he saves those who have lost all hope. Psalm 34:18 GNT The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 ESV You are near, O Lord [nearer to me than my foes] Psalm 119:51a AMPC Trust in Him at allContinue reading “Shattered Snow-globe”

Shelter in the Storm

For You have been a Stronghold…and a Shelter from the storm. When you pass through the waters (of difficulty) I will be with you. Isaiah 25:4a Isaiah 43:2a AMP I wish it wasn’t so. But it is. Storms of life are inevitable. While the depth and breadth and severity may differ from one person toContinue reading “Shelter in the Storm”

Gentle Reminder

“You were wearied by the length of your road, Yet you did not say, ‘It is no use.’ You found renewed strength, Therefore you did not grow weak.” Isaiah 57:10 AMP Encourage the exhausted, and strengthen the feeble. Say to those with anxious heart, “Take courage, fear not. Behold, your God will come with vengeance; The recompense of God will come, He will saveContinue reading “Gentle Reminder”

Lord, If You Had Been Here…

The sisters sent word to Jesus saying, “Lord, behold, he whom You love is sick.” John 11:3 Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So when He heard that he was sick, He then stayed two days longer in the place where He was. John 11: 5-6 Martha therefore, when she heard that Jesus was coming, went to meet Him, but Mary stayed atContinue reading “Lord, If You Had Been Here…”

Sausage Scenarios

Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 15:58 Some of the challenges we face in life can be compared to making sausage. A plump, grilled bratwurst tastes delicious, but you definitely don’t want to watch the creationContinue reading “Sausage Scenarios”