Yesterday I mentioned the fruit of the Spirit and I’d like to look at that some more. A while back, I went through the different fruits of the Spirit and asked God which one He would work on in me. He nudged me toward “gentleness” and we had an amazing season together working on that. … Continue reading New Fruit
Tag: Prayer
Honor Him
I watched a movie last night. I won’t say which one, because I don’t want to recommend it. It’s too violent. However, I learned something in it. The story revolved around a group of warriors who served their “lord.” They did everything humbly, through service, through honor, through excellence, through self-discipline … and by spending … Continue reading Honor Him
Saved from Drowning
I’d like to shift gears and share a little about summer again. This summer I had a wonderful time tubing and kayaking in the river with my friends. We went on several river outings and each one seemed more wonderful than the last. We always prayed before we left, and it’s a good thing! On … Continue reading Saved from Drowning
Keep the Reservoir Pure
Ever since I took a class on Christian History in seminary two summers ago, I have been fascinated with the Desert Fathers and Mothers. These were the Christians who, after Rome made Christianity a “state religion,” went into the desert to seek spiritual purity directly from God. They felt that “official Christianity” was becoming diluted … Continue reading Keep the Reservoir Pure
Abide
Last week I talked about some of what happened over the summer. I’d like to start this week in the present. Where is God working in my heart right now? He is helping me recognize the ways I haven’t been abiding with Him. I’ve been busy lately – busier than I should be. I’ve compromised … Continue reading Abide
Crucified with Christ
What does it mean to be crucified with Christ? It means that my life ends, right? Life as I once knew it? Is that a good thing? Let’s take a look. When I’m crucified with Christ, what really comes to an end? Selfishness … living for myself instead of living for the one who made … Continue reading Crucified with Christ
Prayer for a New Christian
Lord, thank You so much for the many ways You’ve reached out to Your daughter’s heart. We are excited at her new life with You. God, we ask that You pour Your blessings on her life. Show her that she is on the path You’ve set for her from the beginning. Let her know, in … Continue reading Prayer for a New Christian
Keep Everything in Place
I was rearranging books and magazines on the antique school desk that sits behind my couch. At the end of the desk are my devotional magazines and Bible. Sometimes I use the Bible with the magazines, but other times I read the Bible or the magazines separately. I wanted to separate them but didn’t have … Continue reading Keep Everything in Place
Selling My Birthright
After the crisis with the kittens was over, I thought about that moment when I said to God, “We’re done.” He knew it was the hurt talking. But I was devastated that I said it. I told a friend, “I can’t believe I was willing to give up everything I have with God for a … Continue reading Selling My Birthright
When It Hurts to Obey
It was hard to lose Crickett, so I thought that getting some kittens would help. They were adorable but they weren’t mine to keep. God knew best. After I had the kittens for a week, God made it very clear to me, through a number of circumstances, that I was to find a new home … Continue reading When It Hurts to Obey
Adventures with God 