When I struggle with warring inside myself, 2 Corinthians 13:11 instructs how to find peace.
Category: Peace
Joy in the Wait
When faced with the anguish of a life-threatening and life-altering medical crisis for my child, I found hope through Christ in a Children’s ICU.
Mary’s Provision: God’s Promises Fulfilled
Mary fled for understanding, comfort and peace. She saw God for who He is: The God who sees, The God who will meet her needs. The God who won’t leave her alone.
Mary shows us what to do when we need someone, anyone to understand: trust in God. He will provide. Just as He provided for Mary.
The Gift of Presence
When the holiday pressure robs me of true joy and thanksgiving, it’s time to re-evaluate.
God Authored Thanksgiving
I had finally done it! I had accomplished that almost impossible goal. I couldn’t keep it to myself. I had to tell someone, anyone. Right after I told God. Oh, I know, He already knew. In fact, He’d authored it. But I had to share it with Him anyway. “Thank You Lord for this! I…
Treasure of Confirmation
One year of my life was particularly rough. And one of the toughest things about that season was my inability to discern what was happening. I could not see, I did not know, and I needed to trust God to guide me. My heart cried to God, “Help me! I feel so alone. Please confirm…
When Thanksgiving Isn’t a Feeling
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 NIV Soon, those of us in the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving. We remember what the Pilgrims did, thanking God for seeing them through their first year here in their settlement. They…
Seeking Him Wisely
“Where is the One who has been born king of the Jews?” Matthew 2:2a, NIV Arising from my mat I glanced outdoors. Another day had already begun. The stillness of the morning peacefully greeted me. I wondered what the day had in store. As my thoughts meandered to the daily tasks at hand, I recalled…
Christmas Peace
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 One Cyber Monday, years ago, I awoke, happy to be home. Traveling most of the week before, I…
He Cares About the “Small Stuff”
Hurrying out the door, I loaded my children and our puppy into the car. We had a booked schedule that day and it all started with dropping the puppy off first. Turning on the radio, we all happily sang and zipped through town. Unfortunately, when listening to Christian music I sometimes lose track of my…