I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. Isaiah 43:19 I recently heard the admonition, “Don’t waste your wilderness.” What does that even mean? “Waste” it? My first reaction was Good Gravy! I’m just trying to crawl through the wilderness intact, dodging scorpions, keeping my footing in the shifting sands, … Continue reading Wilderness, by Melissa Carey
You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples. Psalm 77:14 Does anyone really believe that? Ok, maybe back in the day, but when was the last time God parted a sea? Or ordered manna to fall from the heavens? Does God still perform miracles? Does anyone even believe in miracles … Continue reading Miracles, by Melissa Carey
Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. Matthew 7:1-5 NKJV An unwelcome return Did you ever wonder why there was “no room at the inn” for Mary? Think about it… When Caesar … Continue reading Judge, by Melissa Carey
“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.” Psalm 28:7 This is huge: it changed the way I view my relationship with Jesus, especially when I’m experiencing regret and guilt and am anxious to face him after making poor choices. What was Judas’ response to his shame, … Continue reading Trust, by Melissa Carey
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Psalm 139:13-14 It’s back to school season. The most wonderful time of the year—or the most dreadful for those sending their first child … Continue reading Know, (Show, Go), by Melissa Carey