Merciful God, release us from the time of trial and oppression that we may witness to the eternal hope of grief becoming joy and life rising from death. Amen. -- Unknown
A Prayer for Holy Week
Author: Leila Grandemange
Author and encourager. Soli Deo Gloria.
Today, Give a Stranger a Smile
"Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day." H. Jackson Brown, Jr. A smile is so simple, yet so powerful. When I'm feeling down and someone smiles at me, it really helps cheer me up. The world can be a lonely place. There are [...]
When You’re Feeling Anxious
"When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy."--Psalm 94:19 The other day a little girl asked me to pray for her. I said, "Sure, what would you like me to pray for?" She whispered softly, "I'm feeling anxious." Anxiety does not discriminate. It can affect anyone, no matter what age, race, or [...]
The Joy of the Lord is Your Strength
"Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10 All too often we depend on our circumstances to make us happy. But joy based on circumstances alone is like being on a roller coaster ride.... one day UP, one day DOWN. However JOY based on the LORD ( a confident [...]
God is My Shelter
God is our shelter and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. —Psalm 46:1
Every Morning
Here's some really good news for the day . . . The Lord's mercy is new EVERY morning. No matter what happened yesterday, because of Christ, today, our slate can be wiped clean! That means we can let go of yesterday's mishaps, thank God for His mercy, and embrace the newness of the day with [...]
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