Encouragement

Psalm 27:14 “Wait for the Lord, be strong and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord.” In our fast-paced world, where every moment is touched by urgency and instant gratification, the concept of waiting can often feel uncomfortable and like a challenge. We have become accustomed to quick results—clicking a button and seeing…

Ephesians 4:7 “But grace was given to each one of us according to the measure of Christ’s gifts.” Grace is one of the most beautiful and profound gifts we receive from God, yet it often surpasses our own understanding. In Ephesians 4:7, Paul opens our eyes to a transformative truth that grace is not a…

John 15:5 “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 is one my favorite verses because it illustrates for us the vital connection between Jesus and His followers. Just as branches depend…

Luke 1:45 “And blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spoken to her from the Lord.” Faith in God’s promises often requires us to step into the unknown, trusting that He will accomplish what He has spoken. Yesterday, I experienced this truth in a way I never anticipated.…

John 11:25 “…I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.” With Easter at hand, I reflected on Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. During my reflection, I was filled with an overwhelming sense of hope that no matter what I am dealing with, God will always provide…

Romans 1:12 “When we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours.” I am a huge Jennie Allen fan and in 2020, when the opportunity to attend a two-day IF Gathering conference presented itself, I jumped at the chance of attending, despite it being…

Proverbs 19:21 “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.” When I read this verse, I often think about mine and Joe’s wedding day. Joe and I got married on a farm that had a beautiful barn for our reception, a gazebo…

Isaiah 43:18-19 “Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” Starting over in life in never easy, regardless what age you might be.…