Coffee Conversations
Coffee. Honest confession … I used to hate coffee. What’s weird is that my first real job was working as a receptionist in the executive offices at a fancy hotel. …
Beauty Everywhere
Waking up with the sunrise, I stepped out onto the balcony and was in awe each morning of the beauty in the midst of desolation. Gazing upon Lake Kivu, I …
God’s Sees You
He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young. Isaiah 40:11 …
Find God, Find You
“So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” Genesis 1:27 “I just need to find myself.“ …
Forgiving Yourself
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 Tears streamed down his face. Shame …
Cornerstone
“See, I lay a stone in Zion, a chosen and precious cornerstone, and the one who trusts in him will never be put to shame.” 1 Peter 2:6 Several months …
Living in the Dark
What does the darkness make you feel? Alone? Scared? Wondering where the light is? I’m not talking about darkness that is evil but darkness that brings loneliness and quietness. Sometimes …
Even Then, I Will…
“Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits – who forgives all your sins …
Peace Over Anxiety
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by …
Springs of Water
This is what the Lord says: “In the time of my favor I will answer you, and in the day of salvation I will help you; I will keep you …
Your Advocate
“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. …
Seasons
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to… Ecclesiastes 3:1-2a Seasons. We’re in the thick of summer today. Temperatures are soaring. …