Where we place our trust says a lot about us, about who we are, and about our character. This verse says, "Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God." I want to add an exclamation mark at the end when I read it! Chariots... Continue Reading →
Devotional Thoughts: Worry
I just had a conversation with one of my fosters who is now an adult about how when life seems overwhelming the Bible teaches us to just focus on today, not tomorrow. The worries of tomorrow can overwhelm us and even paralyze us. Sometimes we can only do the best we can today to press... Continue Reading →
Devotional Thoughts: My Mess…
Sometimes despite my best efforts my cake still turns out like this! God hears me. God sees me. God knows me. God knows my desires, my passions and what I long for. I press on and at times even press and probe different areas to discern what’s ripe for picking. Sometimes I get it wrong.... Continue Reading →
Devotional Thoughts: Isaiah 12:2
This verse is part of a hymn, a song. It seems like it doesn’t even belong in the New Testament because it certainly has a New Testament feel. Lots and lots of evidence of what was to come in Old Testament scripture. Come what may because God is my strength and I will not be... Continue Reading →
Devotional Thoughts: Fighting, Revenge and Silence
Israelite slaves have just followed Moses out of Egypt. Liberation, hope, excitement and disbelief! Fear set in... Moses, have you brought us here to die? It's better for us to live as slaves than to die here in the desert! Nobody could have ever predicted what happened next! Moses had been with God. He had... Continue Reading →