11 He protects his flock like a shepherd;he gathers the lambs in his armsand carries them in the fold of his garment.He gently leads those that are nursing. (Isaiah 40:11 CSB) The world can be a very hard place. It does not provide an easy welcoming place for us to sit securely without a lot … Read more

15 This saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”—and I am the worst of them. 16 But I received mercy for this reason, so that in me, the worst of them, Christ Jesus might demonstrate his extraordinary patience as an example to those who would believe in him for eternal life. (1 … Read more

1 And you were dead in your trespasses and sins 2 in which you previously walked according to the ways of this world,according to the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit now working in the disobedient. (Ephesians 2:1-2 CSB) The scriptures often speak of the enemy’s realm and his power here on earth. But many pass over … Read more

5 Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength. 6 These words that I am giving you today are to be in your heart. (Deuteronomy 6:5-6 CSB) What happens when we truly love someone completely? Have we ever loved completely? With all our heart, soul and strength? We may. But … Read more

37 Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise, exalt, and glorify the King of the heavens, because all his works are true and his ways are just. He is able to humble those who walk in pride. (Daniel 4:37 CSB) Sometimes God has to humble us because we are too prideful for our own good. Luckily, He does not typically do … Read more