‘But Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself this way.’ Daniel 1:8 NIV I love that word. Resolved. Other translations use “made up his mind”, “determined”, “stood firm”, and every one of them sends chills down my arms. It … Continue reading Resolved, by Kimberley Woodhouse
A fierce windstorm arose, and the waves were breaking over the boat, so that the boat was already being swamped. But He was in the stern, sleeping on the cushion. So they woke Him up and said to Him, “Teacher! Don’t You care that we’re going to die?” Mark 4:37-38 Holman translation Jesus and crew … Continue reading Care, by Melissa Carey
Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand…Ephesians 6: 13, 14 NIV. Yesterday, I went out to lay by the pool—only, I broke myself instead. I thought (for a slice of … Continue reading Stand, by Beth Duewel
Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him. He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his … Continue reading Safety, by Shirley Mozena
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