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3 Ways to Tell Insecurity to Move On

3 Ways to Tell Insecurity to Move On

They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. Their hearts are secure; they will have no fear; in the end they will look in triumph on their foes.” Psalm 112:7-8 (NIV) This is a really good week to talk about insecurity. Fear and anxiety go hand in hand with insecurity and I have battled both this week. Our daughter has been ill which can bring on fear…

Will God Find Integrity When He Looks?

Will God Find Integrity When He Looks?

I know, my God, that you examine our hearts and rejoice when you find integrity there. You know I have done all this with good motives, and I have watched your people offer their gifts willingly and joyously. 1 Chronicles 29:17, NLT This scripture is a part of David’s prayer of praise. As king, David was not allowed to re-build the Temple. He was a warrior king. God chose Solomon, his soon-to-be king son, as…

Living Our Testimony

Living Our Testimony

Does your church still have “testimony time?” When we changed churches and began attending a larger congregation this year, I was worried that some of the wonderful personal moments that are apart of a smaller church would be missing. That hasn’t happened. Recently, Pastor John gave us the opportunity to testify about what God is doing in our lives. I left that night with a lump in my throat and my faith built up. God…

Drinking From the Water Hose

Drinking From the Water Hose

You know the feeling of drinking out of a water hose? Your thirsty, water is moving fast, and you can’t drink it all. Ministry conferences are like that. Really, any kind of conference is that way. The quantity of information overwhelms the capabilities of our brain. I returned from the Declare Conference last week. There were so many great speakers with so much inspiring info, I’m water-logged. The water hose was on full blast. Enjoy…