Rejoicing in the Breakthrough!

When we experience a major breakthrough in life, it can be tempting to postpone joy and allow fears of "what if’s" to sneak in and steal our testimony. There are moments in life worth celebrating and when we embrace the richness of God’s goodness towards us we reflect a testimony of his extravagant grace and love to the world.

Waiting on the Breakthrough

When life’s trials come our way it can be tempting to give up on the breakthrough we’ve been trusting God for. But we are not called to be quitters, we are called to persevere in hope and stand firm in the promises of God despite our current circumstances.

Renewing our minds with “upstairs” thinking

To win the battle over our thought life we must renew our minds with "upstairs" (heavenly) thinking, defeating the "downstairs" (worldly) thinking so prevalent around us. In Christ, renewing our minds is effortless.

The Fruit of Sincere Yieldedness is how Courage Multiplies

The exhibition of one courageous person with action builds testimony for more. Might your story encourage another person?

The Distinct Appointment when Perspective brings Courage

Yet, there are times where understanding eludes us, and peace evades us, but perspective keeps us alight to the journey before us. Here, courage is called upon.

Opulent Elevation:  The Place Where Peace Begets Courage

Courage doesn’t come first, but challenge does. And what if courage is different than we have often thought? What if it’s better?

Secrets of the Psalmist: A Song Like David’s

King David equipped himself through challenging circumstances by writing psalms that described his challenges, ascribed greatness to God, and prescribed his soul to raise a banner of faith in the midst of difficult trials.

The Art of Asking - Sometimes God Does the Asking

God often reveals His Kingdom and Himself through questions.

The Art of Asking - Direct and Bold

Learning to approach God boldly, asking Him directly to meet our needs.

The Art of Asking - Your Father Knows

Building a personal relationship with God by asking him for help in time of need.

Our “Calling” Part 2 - Keys to Discovery

Your calling is not a mystery. Your life is meant to carry a message out into this world. God eagerly desires to speak to you about the plans and purposes for your life. Here are four practical keys to discovering your unique calling.

Our “Calling” Part 1 - What It’s Not!

God knit your life together with a clear purpose in mind. He has bestowed gifting and calling on your life. However, for some of us, common misconceptions about our calling are keeping us from discovering and living in it today.

Breaking Bread: Part Three

Sharing a meal with others in our homes opens a door to build bridges into our community and bless those within our sphere of influence.

Breaking Bread: Part Two

Opening our homes is a catalyst for communing with others and building authentic fellowship. Breaking bread together offers a safe sanctuary for connecting with one another and cultivating fellowship in a meaningful and personal environment.

Breaking Bread: Part One

Inviting others into our homes to eat and connect around the table is a common Biblical theme we see depicted throughout scripture and an essential aspect of the Christian life that not only nourishes our bodies but our souls as well.

More Than Fire Insurance

Jesus’s death and resurrection was about much more than just fire insurance. He engineered a way for His Presence to abide in us day in and day out. His love, didn't leave us to flounder around trying to do good and be good until we die. Jesus sent Holy Spirit to each believer, reminding us of truth and equipping us with power to walk righteously, reflecting His glory on this Earth.

The Gospel in 6 Words

Let’s not overcomplicate the Gospel. Sin was the problem. Grace was the solution. Intimacy has always been the Father's goal. Jesus restored the original reality of the Garden by reinstating direct and eternal connection between Creator and creation.

Jesus Joins Our Journeys

Jesus is present with hope to our sufferings.

God Joins Our Journeys

Even when we run and hide, God finds us and joins our journey.

The Secret Place, Part Three: Where the Communing Takes Me

God never meant for us to walk through this life in our own strength but rather to abide in Him and draw on His strength in order to walk out a powerful Spirit led life for the Kingdom.

The Secret Place, Part Two: A Call to the Table

Throughout scripture we find God continually inviting his beloved to The Secret Place of intimacy and encounter. When we respond willingly to the Lord’s voice for connection, we allow an open door for Jesus to walk through and commune personally with his bride.

The Secret Place: In the Likeness of Jesus

Scripture does not leave us wondering how Jesus maintained a relationship with the Father while here on Earth. In fact, Jesus’ life modeled a clear and consistent method of how to abide in relationship with God on a daily basis.

A Light Burden

I believe there is a connection between knowing whose we are and experiencing the light burden Jesus promised believers when He said, “my burden is light.” Maybe life feels so heavy and exhausting because we have forgotten whose we are?

The Devil’s Invitation

Be Still

It would seem in Scripture that our Lord Himself favors calm and restful waters and longs for us as His Bride to experience them too. Today He invites you to walk beside still waters and find rest for your soul that only He can give. No matter what we are facing, as believers there is peace and refreshing for our souls.

Jesus At Rest

Living in the rest that Jesus lived.

Personal Partnership with Rest

In Matthew 11:28-30, Jesus calls out to us with an invitation for us and also makes declarations about Himself. From this passage, we see some principles about rest: we can participate with Him, we get to practice rest, rest is a posture, and rest is potent.

Indulgent Rest

There’s an invitation before all of us for the 'more of God' in the ways of Rest by His presence. Rest is a consistent awareness toward the nature of Holy Spirit that we can intimately and knowingly access. We are handsomely invited to receive abiding rest as a source for life; not momentary rest from the scenery of life.

A Lifestyle of Rest

The Lord’s promise in Exodus 33 connects His Presence with a state of rest for His people. There is an invitation for believers to enter into a lifestyle of rest through the Holy Spirit.

The Warrior Shepherd

Forgiveness: No Contract Needed!

Christ didn’t choose to enter into a temporary agreement with us, but an eternal covenant where our sins are completely forgiven and we are completely accepted by God.

God’s Enduring Love

God's love shines forth through us into a dark world. Let His love shine brightly.

The Heart of Kindness

Kindness it is not a measure of the worthiness of its recipient. Instead, it shows the nature of the giver.

Merry Christmas

Christmas is the season of hope!

He Did It All For Love

Jesus laid aside His glory and paid an enormous price, so He could make us priceless and fill us with His love.

Immanuel, God with us

God is with us, among us, in us, and FOR us.

Longing for Christmas

Our longing for God doesn't begin to touch His longing for us.

God’s Surprise Gift

God's surprise gift took thousands of years of planning. That's how much He loves us!

Long-Promised Freedom

The Promise of New Freedom

The Great Undoer

When God clears the rubble of old habits and old damage from our lives, it means He is getting ready to build something better.

The One Who Watches Over Me

God is always watching over us!

Jesus, our Savior

Sin was never in God’s plan, but He made something beautiful out of our mess. He reveals Himself to us as Savior through it all, one who will go to any lengths to be with His children.

Knowing Him

God Almighty, the Eternal One, invites us to know Him.

The Personal and Approachable God

God desires to be known personally. He wants us to come to Him as we are.

Better Than Religion

Knowing Jesus is better than religion. It's a relationship, and it means we are directly connected to the living, loving power center of the universe.

Expressing thanksgiving in relationship

In our relationships, we have the opportunity to exhibit the Father’s nature by being gracious and thankful to the people around us.

25 Reasons to Give Thanks

Here are just a few reasons we can rejoice—today and every day.

How Thanksgiving Changes Your Brain

"Giving thanks" changes us, spirit, soul and body, and brings us to a place of joy!

Unlocking Thankfulness

We can be thankful, even in trying circumstances, because the Lord is with us. That means we never face them alone!

From Obligation to Celebration

The Lord's presence changes our lives from an obligation to a celebration.

A spirit of thankfulness

Standing on the experiences, encounters, and knowledge we have about Father God, we can develop a spirit of thankfulness unrelated to our circumstances.

Healed by His Wounds

God paid our ransom so that we would no longer be bound by sickness.

God Can Handle It

God promises to walk with us through difficulties. That means we are never alone!

Redeemed From the Curse!

Because Jesus died on the cross, we are free!

When Jesus Speaks, Circumstances Submit

The Lord always fulfills His promises to us. Tough circumstances only provide an opportunity for Him to display His love, power and faithfulness.

Seated in Heavenly Realms

The Word says we are seated with Christ in heavenly places far above all powers and principalities of this world. That means we can live above our circumstances because we fight from a place of victory.

Crying Out

Even when we’re crying out in the agony of our circumstances, we can still turn to God with peace and confidence. Remembering testimonies of His past faithfulness helps guard our hearts.

A New Perspective

When we face losses, it’s easy to focus on our pain and anxiety. But that’s the time to focus on God. He isn’t done yet!

In The Midst of Loss, Part 2

We're invited to rejoice in the Lord, even in the midst of loss. Rejoicing shifts our focus away from our circumstances and towards the One who gives us hope.

In the Midst of Loss, Part 1

When we face losses, it’s easy to focus on our pain and anxiety. But that’s the time to focus on God. He isn’t done yet!

Living Above Your Circumstances

When tough times come, we need to look past the “facts” of our situation. Instead, we must focus on the truths of who God is and who we are in Him.

Your Story Matters

Habakkuk lived in a society riddled with violence and injustice. Sound familiar? On the brink of utter despair, Habakkuk questions God’s faithfulness. God responds in an unexpected way and we learn how testimonies play a powerful role in our journey to breakthrough.

Despite the Facts, We Live in Peace

We don't have to live life on an emotional roller coaster of ups and downs. We can choose to dwell in God's all-consuming peace.

God’s Word Will Change Your Life

God's words produce life and fruitfulness in us.

The Old You Is Dead

The old you died with Christ on the cross, and He gave you a new nature - His nature.

Choose Life

To choose life is to choose God.

Righteousness For All Who Believe

You are made right with God simply by believing in Jesus, who has made you right.

Works ≠ Righteousness

We do not become more righteous through our “works”, or good deeds. We have already been made righteous through our faith in Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for us on the cross. He calls us to rest in His finished work.

No Payment Plan.  It is Finished!

Jesus paid for all our sins on the cross. We do not have to perform any further sacrifices or works. We are free!

Sharing the Hope We Have in Jesus

When we share our faith with others, our gentleness and respect for them reflects the character and heart of Jesus.

God’s Aggressive Love - Resourcefulness

We are created to receive and give away God's love. His love sustains us in our daily lives.

Jesus Was a Great Conversationalist!

Jesus was a skilled conversationalist who used language to love others well! We can follow in his footsteps by seeking out intentional conversations in order to connect with one another and build community.

All You Need is Love

God's kingdom is built on love.

Making waves - in a good way

Kindness has a ripple effect!

What About Those Who Are ‘Not So Lovable’?

We do good to others out of the love that Christ has for us.

Give only what you have received…

The kindness of God enables us to be kind to others.

Conversations of Grace

Our conversations can demonstrate God’s grace.

Go ahead, make their day!

Partner with God to minister life by speaking to others.

God is always Faithful

God's faithfulness is not based on our faithfulness towards Him. His faithfulness flows from His unchanging nature and love for us. He is forever faithful.

Promise-Keeper

God always keeps His promises!

When Did God Swear?

God swore an oath that He would never be angry with us again!

Learning to Trust

God promises that we can trust Him.

Adopted!

We are secure in our position as sons and daughters in God's family.

I Belong Here!

When we feel unaccepted and rejected in this world, we can bask in the truth that we have a heavenly Father who created us, adores us, and treasures us as His beloved children.

Discovering the Secret to Triumphant Living

We live as overcomers because we are not conformed to this world.

Let Him Turn On the Light

When the Lord shines His light on broken places within us, it’s because He wants to bring us into more truth, greater healing, fresh renewal… and freedom!

The God Who Transforms

God has the most astonishing tendency to see things in us that we can’t see. He takes us just as we are and transforms each of us into someone wonderful.

Saved by Love

You are not saved by your love for God. You are saved by His love for you.

got life? part 2

God's plan reaches beyond anything we can imagine. His grace connects ordinary-seeming people to His actual presence, love and power. He brings us life!

got life? part 1

If you're a Christian, you may have a sin habit, but you don't have a sin nature. Jesus already took care of it.

A Change of Heart

Jesus gave us a new heart that wants to do right, and His Spirit to empower us to do it.

The Lord Our Righteousness

If you've ever longed for a happy ending or wanted broken things in your life to be put right, you understand the hunger for righteousness that only God can fill.

No condemnation communication!

God didn’t condemn sinners. Instead, He condemned sin and made a way to set us free!

Jesus was the Overpayment for Our Sin Debt

Jesus' payment on our behalf was more than enough, and He bought us peace with God.

Debt Free!

Jesus purchased our debt freedom on the cross!

Receive freely!

God is the primary giver and we are the primary receivers. Let's excel at receiving!

No Regrets

Our past mistakes are meant to point us towards God and healing.

Repentance is wonderful!

Repentance means letting God show you how to see life from His perspective.

Salvation by self-help

It's time to let go of "salvation by self-help." God's free gift of true righteousness is much better!