The 7th chapter of Isaiah records God’s promise: “Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call His name Immanuel.” (v. 14). This …
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Known and Loved
The confidence of my heart lies in knowing that God loves me. He has seen me at my worst, and He loves me still. He knows my every thought, my every heartbeat, and I am …
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Election Day Thoughts
As I continue to pray for God’s grace and mercy and guidance for our nation on this election day, I must remind myself of some truths. God will not be dethroned. God’s truth will outlive …
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Near to the Heart of God
Sometimes I sit down at the piano and just play through the hymnbook. I was doing this the other day when I came across a hymn that I had not thought of in a while. …
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Pray like David
Psalm 142 Holed up in a cave, hiding from a vengeful king, David found himself overwhelmed with uncertainty and despair. (If you read the book of First Samuel, you will find that David fled to …
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Washing
If you miss your bath for a few days, people will notice. I find the same principle applies to my spiritual life. When I go days without reading and meditating on God’s Word, it is …
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In the Valley
Sandwiched between the two mountains described in Psalms 22 and 24 lies the familiar Psalm of the Shepherd, Psalm 23. Many people recognize this psalm, but it is important to note the psalms that precede …
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Great Peace
There is a verse in Psalm 119 that has often brought a smile to my face. My husband and I use it to remind each other not to be easily offended. Great peace have they …
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The Way of Blessing
God is a gentleman, and He is just. When we refuse His offer of redemption and relationship with Him, He honors that choice. We are shocked then when the blessings that are innate in God …
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The Gospel Changes Everything
The sign in front of the church proclaimed “The Gospel changes everything.” I drove on thinking about that. In my life, the Gospel has changed everything. It changed my status – I once …
