Isaiah 43:19 I once heard someone say, “You can come to God as you are, but you cannot remain as you are.” A new year brings with it new and fresh opportunities. But it also carries the weight of the unknown. And for some, that can feel unsettling. God is a God of change, and… Continue reading January 8th – Isaiah 43:19
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October 15th – Proverbs 16:9
Proverbs 16:9 Have you ever experienced strangers striking up conversations with you when you least expect it? Maybe it’s at the grocery store, while grabbing coffee, or running errands on a busy day. Instead of seeing those times as impositions, we should see those moments as gentle reminders that God is always working. Even in… Continue reading October 15th – Proverbs 16:9
May 19th – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
1 Thessalonians 5:18 In 1 Thessalonians 5:18 the apostle Paul urges us to, "give thanks in all circumstances.” A challenging call when we witness Israel under attack, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and deep divisions within our own country. Divisions between friends, loved ones, and even the church. All that turmoil can make gratitude seem… Continue reading May 19th – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
April 11th – Philippians 3:13-14
Philippians 3:13-14 There’s an old proverb that says, no matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow. So as spring ushers in its promise of renewal, let us take inspiration from Philippians 3:13-14, shedding the weight of past mistakes like the shedding of winter's cloak. Just as nature refreshes itself, may we too… Continue reading April 11th – Philippians 3:13-14
January 13th – Deuteronomy 1:6
Deuteronomy 1:6 Sometimes we find ourselves stuck on a mountain top, too comfortable or too afraid to come down. But if we really want to move toward something new, we need courage. Courage to step into the valley of change, where growth and new opportunities await. And although scary, if we descend with faith guiding… Continue reading January 13th – Deuteronomy 1:6
January 4th – Jeremiah 29:11
Jeremiah 29:11 Facing the unknown of a new year can be daunting. Yet when we walk into the future hand in hand with God, we have no need to worry. For He is in complete control of all things, seen and unseen. And as Jeremiah tells us, God’s plans for us are brimming with hope… Continue reading January 4th – Jeremiah 29:11
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