There once was a little girl who saved her allowance until she had enough money to buy a pretty plastic pearl necklace. She loved that necklace so much that she wore them every day; only taking them off to take a bath. One day her daddy asked her, “Do you…
Read moreMost definitions include references such as; achieving goals, acquiring wealth, prestige, favors, and power. “Successful” people often enjoy what is called “the good life”-being financially and emotionally secure, and being surrounded by admirers as they enjoy the fruits of their labors. Often they are leaders, shakers and makers, and trendsetters. …
Read more“But you are to hold fast to the Lord your God, as you have until now.” Joshua 23:8 When I saw this picture it reminded me of this scripture to hold fast to the Lord. Look closely to the little fingers of this precious child. Do you see what I…
Read more“So God has given us both his promise and his oath. These two things are unchangeable because it is impossible for God to lie. Therefore, we who have fled to him for refuge can take new courage, for we can hold on to his promise with confidence. This confidence is…
Read more“When I had lost all hope, I turned my thoughts once more to the LORD. And my earnest prayer went out to you in your holy Temple.” Jonah 2:7 NLT I find it quite interesting that the above scriptures are not a prayer for deliverance but a prayer of thanksgiving.…
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