Have you ever wanted to do something so badly, you ran ahead of God? Maybe you felt it in your bones that it was the right thing, that you didn’t even need to ask God because you just knew. David knew the feeling. In 1 Chronicles 13, David wanted so desperately to return the ark…
Tag: Jeremiah 29:11
How Not to Miss Your Calling
Is the future scary because you just don’t know what to do? It’s okay, God knows.
You Know Your Plans
As a parent, when I ached for my child and was angry at God, I learned I could trust him. With even what was most precious to me.
Invitation Without Reservation
Years ago, I prayed a dangerous prayer: Lord, Do whatever You need to do. I prayed over a very specific situation. Something I had no answer for. One that required a miracle. That answer? Cancer. My personal diagnosis of cancer. That was the answer to help someone else. And God did come through. And yes,…
The Promise of Joy
When I identified my joy was stolen, I learned to trust God to help me get it back- even living in an imperfect world.
God is Always Working
“She’s the whole enchilada.” Really? I sat in shocked silence. I couldn’t believe I was in an interview for a position I’d never dreamed of, didn’t even know existed, and somehow I was hearing just how my resume perfectly fit their needs. A resume I hadn’t built intentionally. Early in our marriage, I’d crossed state…
Discerning Divine Direction
Got too many plans today? Maybe, He’s calling you to something simpler.
Be Still, and Grow!
Are you tired of staying in the same place, with the same people (or lack thereof!)? Are you wishing to go somewhere, anywhere, to do something, anything! Most of us are bored of staying home, waiting for this too, to pass. I wonder if God ever watches us, wishing we would stop staying in the…
The End May Be The Beginning
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV “Lord, why did I ever think I should attempt this?” I desperately prayed as I stared at the computer screen. Why on earth did…
Bent and Blooming
My place of retreat had been attacked. My memories didn’t match this sight: broken branches, dirty debris, rogue rocks and mud everywhere. Record-breaking rains had flooded my favorite trail. After the water receded, I braved the large puddles and set off into the unrecognizable woods. Beneath the canopy of flourishing green, the plants and paths…