And behold, an angel of the Lord suddenly appeared and a light shone in the cell; and he struck Peter’s side and woke him up, saying, “Get up quickly.” And his chains fell off his hands. When they had passed the first and second guard, they came to the iron gate that leads into the city, which opened forContinue reading “Iron Gate of Difficulty”
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OG Devo – What are you Thinking?
Recently, while “cleaning up” old files that were saved on my computer, I came across the original 20 year-old manuscript of Devotions For Difficult Days. As I’ve read through the OG devos, the memories of His faithfulness in the midst of pain,come rushing back to my heart. I so clearly see the grace and mercyContinue reading “OG Devo – What are you Thinking?”
Leverage your Pain
I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. Psalm 89:1b …So that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light. 1 Peter 2:9b AMPC As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—toContinue reading “Leverage your Pain”
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?”
Directions
Lean on, trust in, and be confident in the Lord with all your heart and mind and do not rely on your own insight or understanding. In all your ways know, recognize, and acknowledge Him, and He will direct and make straight and plain your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6 While the following true story is nowContinue reading “Directions”
Promise Boxes
So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should entrust their souls to their faithful Creator and continue to do good. 1 Peter 4:19 NKJV Indeed, all who want to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 2 Timothy 3:12 NRSV Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. PsalmContinue reading “Promise Boxes”
All Who Are Weary…
“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest…” Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. But as for me, the nearness of God is my good; I have made theContinue reading “All Who Are Weary…”
Good Friday
God became flesh and dwelt among us, we beheld His glory as the Only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth. For this purpose He came, to give His life as a ransom for many. He is our Kinsmen Redeemer. He is the Spotless Lamb of God, given for us. He who knewContinue reading “Good Friday”
Shelter from 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. “Those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”Continue reading “Shelter from the Storm”
Holy Week
We have arrived. The most important week in all of human history. Holy week. A time to reflect on Jesus Christ, the very Lamb of God, who gave His life as a ransom for you and I. Nailed to a wooden Cross for our sins, willingly dying a torturous physical death and then rising again,Continue reading “Holy Week”
Devotions for Difficult Days 