Recent Devotions
“My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the morning: I say, more than they that watch for the morning” Psalms 130:6 KJV We often associate night with trials, and darkness with struggle and rough seasons of life. I don’t know about you, but I certainly do not enjoy harsh seasons, but rather I see them as something I need to suffer through and claw my way out of, barely surviving. The above scripture in the New Living Translation says this “I long for the Lord more than sentries long for the dawn, yes, more than…
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2 ESV The word “world” in the above scripture means “period of time, age.”…
“And we know that for those who love God, all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 ESV We have all experienced a season in our lives that has required patience. I can think back to many such seasons with less…
Readers Loved
Christmas is upon us. I love dressing my house with all the holiday décor and enjoy all the festivities that accompany this time of year. Along with all things “holidayish” comes the time when we get to bestow well-thought-out gifts on our favorite people. Around the dinner table, our family enjoys deep discussions such as, “If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?” Or, “If you could meet a famous person from the past or present, who would it be?” Christmas-time discussions include topics such as, “If you could gift anything you wanted to someone, what would it…
Psalms 100:4 ESV “Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!” My husband spoke a message this past Sunday titled “He has made me glad” referencing the above scripture. He of course spoke of the importance of engaging in praise and worship but what stood out the most to me was the explanation of thanksgiving (praise) being the key that unlocks the gate so that we can then enter into God’s courts. A courtyard was an essential element in the construction of the Tabernacle found in Exodus 27. The height and…
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” — Ephesians 4:32 (NIV) We have all been wronged at some point and felt the desire to get even. But what is forgiveness? In the Bible, forgiveness means releasing charges against someone—letting go and canceling a debt. It is not an easy thing to do. A person may feel ready to forgive, but true forgiveness involves certain important elements. First, forgiveness must be a choice. It must be voluntary, not forced. It must be intentional—a decision to let go of pain. And it…
“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.” Colossians 3:15 This going to be a little different. I woke up Friday morning remembering that I needed to write a devotional for both Saturday and Sunday. The word “Thankful” came into my mind and I felt that I should express my thanks to some special people. First, I want to thank the Lord for the privilege of being part of this More to Life ministry. I am honoured to be able to share what the…
