Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe. Doing exactly what the Lord commands, doing it happily. Action is the key, doing it immediately, joy you will receive. Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe. This song resonated in my heart as a little girl. I was always striving to be good. In fact, it could have been the theme of my childhood. I’m not saying I never disobeyed, but in my own eyes I was…
I’m currently reading the book “A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23” by W. Phillip Keller. The author was born in East Africa and spent years caring for sheep. His insights give a deeper understanding of one of the most popular Psalms. I love the way He describes Psalm 23:1 and the phrase: “I shall not (be in) want.” : “To grasp the inner significance of this simple statement it is necessary to understand the difference between belonging to one…
I recently reminded my two “passionate” children: Do you know I still love you, even when I’m frustrated with you? I hope they feel it. Even when my voice is a little more snappy. Even when I’m imperfect in my love. I hope they can always know, without a shadow of a doubt, how deep my love goes. I wonder how often I hear my Heavenly Father whisper I love you to me? It is in trees, a golden green, flicker in the fading…
I love scripture so much! I really have tried to memorize more this year than ever before. I’ve gotten a good start. So far I’ve memorized Psalm 46. And now I’m working on Romans 5. Speaking truth to my heart, especially when I don’t have time to dig deep into God’s Word is a lifeline. When the lies start to creep into my heart, I must remember: TRUTH! We can always….. 1. Read Truth. 2. Speak Truth. 3. Write Truth. To help keep…