Pilgrim or Settler?

“Blessed are those whose strength is in you, who have set their hearts on pilgrimage… They go from strength to strength, till each appears before God in Zion.” Psalm 84:5,7 The Word of God is very clear. Those who are blessed choose to place their strength in...

Strength in Weakness

“…therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”   2...

God’s Strength Shown on All Saints Day

“But I trust in you, Lord; I say, ‘You are my God.’ My times are in your hands;”        Psalm 31:14-15 November 1st, known as All Saints Day in church tradition represents a day to honor the saints, keeping their stories alive. I believe the...

Picture Strength

Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” -Nehemiah...

Strength to Embrace yet another Closed door

“It is God who arms me with strength.” 2 Samuel 22:33 What are some of the biggest closed doors in your life? Things look like they are going well and then a door closes on a job, relationship, or dream. I have experienced the door closing on all of the above...