Good Morning Dear Hearts đź’— Beginning Monday, September 9th, join us at Contentment Cottage for a weekly Bible Study! We will be reading through the Little Scrolls in the New Testament over the next 14 weeks. đź’Ś You are invited to join us online and follow along. The only book you will need is your … Continue reading join us for Bible Study
Every human need is met in God’s love. Redemption is an act of His love. The new creation is an act of His love. Healing is an act of Love. Our authority over the enemy is an act of Love. Grace for every need is His love. The Truth that sets us free is Love. … Continue reading love never fails
,,,it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to Him must believe that God exists and that He rewards those who sincerely seek him. Hebrews 11.6 NLT Lately the question of Christianity mixed with New Age thinking has reared it's ugly head. It first came up in the Bible Study … Continue reading what is the reward?
Today I am reminded to be thankful for Mondays. And Tuesdays and so on and so on throughout the week. After all, not everyone is so blessed! Today I am reminded that every moment of every day is a gift to be celebrated, cherished and shared. Today I'm writing to remind you, my friends, of … Continue reading another Monday
On this 4th of July eve I am reminded of a lifetime of celebrations. There have been picnics and parties, camping trips with friends, silent solitary times and fireworks. I can recall celebrations in the Colorado mountains, on the Pacific Coast, and on a houseboat moored on the Lake of the Ozarks. Some were so … Continue reading celebrate July
Have you been with Jesus? Your life is a projection of what you truly believe. Your heart for people can be discerned. Your passion for the Word can be discerned. Your confidence can be discerned. Your authority can be discerned. Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were … Continue reading reinvented
There are so many amazing opportunities on our horizon right now! It's difficult to even imagine the potential for each of the various openings ahead of us. As a result, we took a few days off this month, just to rest and reevaluate; to prioritize and prayerfully assess each commitment. The question, is this, or … Continue reading a new season
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil”. Proverbs 3:5-7 (NLT) If you really want God’s … Continue reading want wisdom? ask!
Contentment is not the fulfillment of what you want - but the realization of how much you already have. Apostle Paul put it this way: I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content....I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.Philippians 4:11, 13 Have you ever been in a difficult season … Continue reading my strength
Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10 Praying for God's will to be done on earth is an effective – aggressive prayer. Often, as believers, we assume that somehow everything that happens is God's will. But that is NOT true. Lives destroyed by acts of terror, mass killings, families … Continue reading Thy will be done
Can't and won't. Christians need to be very careful which one they choose. It seems that we prefer to use "can't." "I just can't get along with my wife.""My husband and I can't communicate.""I can't discipline the kids as I should.""I just can't give up the affair I'm having.""I can't stop overeating.""I can't find time … Continue reading can’t ? ! ?
LISTEN I believe we can all learn to listen to God if we are equipped with the right tools. The first tool is a regular time and place. Select a slot on your schedule and a corner of your world, and claim it for your “time with God.” Take enough time to say what you … Continue reading key #4 to effective prayer
