These conversation starters are offered to help you begin talking with God. Set aside 15 minutes of your morning or evening. Choose one of these each day that speaks to your heart … or try some ideas of your own! Enjoy your time with God. 1. Make a list of 3 things that happened today … Continue reading Conversation Starters with God
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Surprise Trip to Guatemala!
I'm heading to Guatemala today on a mission trip. What? You didn't know I was going? Neither did I! Many of you don't know the story so I'll share, because it's always good to be reminded God can do the impossible. Hearts for the Children ministry has been part of my heart since my first … Continue reading Surprise Trip to Guatemala!
Would You Like God’s Undivided Attention?
The reality is - we've got it. God's undivided attention. Every minute of every day. Amazing, isn't it? The creator of the universe is focused totally on you, right this minute. And every minute. He is always here, and you have His undivided attention at all times. The problem comes because we are not always … Continue reading Would You Like God’s Undivided Attention?
Remember What God Has Done
God has done amazing things, right? If I ask you to list all of them, you wouldn't be able to fit them into a notebook. If you really stop to think, you will know He has done too many things to name. I am sure some things are written on your heart in such a … Continue reading Remember What God Has Done
Hearing God’s Voice
God loves you so much. It is His desire to share His heart with you - just because You are His child. He speaks to each of us in many ways - even through a beautiful sunset! - and He gives us many ways to hear and understand His voice. In John 10:27, Jesus tells … Continue reading Hearing God’s Voice
God Is Everything
The past two years have been painful. An ongoing sea of grief, trauma, and loss. In recent weeks, I began to feel raw, worn to the bone. In a word: done. Grieving takes time. So does recovery, and restoration. But one thing I realized: I was not done with God. And I know He was … Continue reading God Is Everything
The End of the Story
Intercessors don't often get to hear the end of the story. We pray in faith that God has done whatever He intends to do, in whatever situation He prompted us to pray. And we thank Him for the privilege. Today, I met a lady I had never met before. She began to share with me … Continue reading The End of the Story
Briar Patch Prayer
Our team gathered at the start of a weekend retreat. Two of our team members, a husband and wife, were missing. Shortly after we began our prayer time, the wife arrived, frantic. Their teenage son had run away from home. We began to pray for him, that the Lord would bring him home. I felt in … Continue reading Briar Patch Prayer
Why I Felt Compelled to Steal a Car
I’ve never stolen in my life. Imagine my surprise when the urge overcame me to steal a car. My ministry friends and I were staying at a bed and breakfast while attending a conference out of state. I took a walk after breakfast, enjoying the peaceful morning and small town atmosphere. On one street, I … Continue reading Why I Felt Compelled to Steal a Car
Why It Is Vital to Hold Still
Have you ever tried to keep a puppy quiet when he was awake and ready for action? Impossible, isn't it? Sometimes I think that's how we must appear to God. When we set out to live a life of prayer, walking and talking with God, there are times we absolutely must hold still. In Psalm … Continue reading Why It Is Vital to Hold Still
