Now the Angel of the Lord found her by a spring of water in the wilderness, by the spring on the way to Shur. Genesis 16:7 NKJV I am convinced God has a special fondness for wildernesses. Throughout Scripture, He sent—sometimes drove—people there. But He also met them there. Time spent in the wilderness isn’t always pleasant, but … Continue reading Wilderness, by Lori Altebaumer
“Do not let anyone despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12 What does it mean to be young? I’ve worked with teenagers my entire adult life, serving in youth and student ministry at every church I’ve attended since … Continue reading Youth, by Kristi Ann Hunter
[9] Then he said to me, “Prophesy to the breath; prophesy, son of man, and say to it, ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Come, breath, from the four winds and breathe into these slain, that they may live.’ ” [10] So I prophesied as he commanded me, and breath entered them; they came … Continue reading Breath, by Catherine Hutton
I opened my mouth and panted [with anticipation], Because I longed for Your commandments. Psalm 119 : 131 (Amplified) Last night I received news that one of my books is a finalist in a big award. This book has now finaled in five awards and it makes my mind spin to even think of what God has … Continue reading Anticipation, by Kimberley Woodhouse
‘Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.‘ Romans 12:2 Does this challenge anyone else? It’s currently kicking my you know what. I’ve always believed transformation would happen gradually over time. … Continue reading Transformed, by Debb Hackett