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 A Soul Shepherding Moment
By Bill Gaultiere © 2012
We say, “I love God.” But do we say this with endearment? Delight? Affection?
Maybe we’re embarrassed to show affection for God, to let our heart hang out for him. Or maybe it’s that as we go about our day we forget him — we get distracted. If we’re not careful the presence of the Lord in our midst becomes like the wallpaper that we don’t notice anymore.
Today I’ve been praying Psalm 2. I’m using a little prayer I wrote to keep offering up expressions of my love for God because he deserves my best. The Lord deserves my whole heart!
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Continue reading A Little Affection for our Great God
 By Bill Gaultiere © 2011
“Trinity Sunday” is a day worth remembering. Of course, every day is a good day to pray to the Father, Son, and Spirit!
Trinitarian Prayer greatly enriches our relationship with God, bringing out the distinct character of each member of the Godhead and the unique and wonderful way that each one relates to us.
My favorite Trinitarian Prayer is based on Psalm 16:2 and is called “My All in All: Abba, Jesus, Parakletos.”
It emphasizes the most precious names of God that have warmed my heart. Each is so personal, affectionate, and delightful. I have experienced each as a personal revelation from God. I want [...]
Continue reading My Favorite Trinity Prayer
 By Bill Gaultiere © 2011
“Teach us to number our days aright,” is Moses’ prayer of wisdom for us. “Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all of our days” (Psalm 90:12, 14).
Don’t squander time. Don’t regret the past and don’t worry about the future. Live in this moment with God! The Psalmist reminds himself and us of this continually.
When we live by our own strength and for our own desires our lives shrink. Hurry, stress, insecurity, fear, and complaining become our friends. We forget that, “Now is the time of God’s favor, now is day of [...]
Continue reading Here and Now
Jesus embraces you!
By Bill Gaultiere © 2011
The Lord Jesus says to you: “You are my friend… I have chosen you” (John 15:14, 16).
Do you know this to be true? Does God’s love for you make you rejoice? Does it make hold your head high and serve him with confidence?
As I pray the Psalms I am continually reminded that the Lord has chosen me to be his own, that he treasures me and delights to live in me. It’s true for you too! (Psalm 135:4).
When Jesus speaks he speaks for the Trinity. Think of it, Father, Son, and Spirit treasuring you as precious. “Chosen,” my [...]
Continue reading Chosen!
 By Bill Gaultiere © 2011
Do you remember when you were little and you always wanted to be with your daddy wherever he went? Or maybe it was your mom, big brother, or big sister? Toddlers are like little chicks following their mother around — they just want to be close to her all the time!
Imagine being like that with Jesus. I know you’re a big person now! But don’t think yourself so big that you can’t relate to the Lord Jesus like a little child.
God is Like a Loving Mother
Remember Jesus said with tears in his eyes as he looked at the people of Jerusalem who [...]
Continue reading In Jesus’ Shadow
 By Bill Gaultiere © 2011
“The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth be silent before him” (Habakkuk 1:13).
Why don’t we use silence to help us worship God, listen to him, and open our hearts to him? When was the last time that you were in a church service or other Christian community gathering that provided even one minute for quiet reflection and prayer (perhaps with soft instrumental music in the background)? It’s a rare experience.
Many times I’ve listened to a wonderful message and the speaker concludes by asking us a question to reflect on or pray about. But then immediately he or she does [...]
Continue reading Shhhh!
 By Bill Gaultiere © 2010
Everything in the spiritual life centers on the grace-movements of God’s Word made flesh in Christ, our Rock, the One whose name is honey-sweet! Our part in the spiritual life is to trust the Lord in all things with all of our self.
Psalm 81 helps us to open our hands, ears, and mouth to the Lord in prayer – literally! It helps us to engage our minds and hearts with Christ if we put our body into our praying. Try it now. Just a few minutes of abiding prayer from your heart could change the course of your [...]
Continue reading Open Up to Christ
 “[The Lord] raised up for his people [the Christ], the praise of… the people close to his heart” (Psalm 148:14).
“People close to his heart.” I am close to the Lord’s heart! You are close to the Lord’s heart! Doesn’t this make your heart skip with joy? If you join me in this meditation and prayer it will!
Remember John at the Last Supper? He reclined on Jesus’ chest and later he told the whole world again and again: “I am the disciple Jesus loves!” (John 13:23, 26; 20:2; 21:7; 21:20).
What a blessing it is when I’m meditating on Scripture and the Holy Spirit brings [...]
Continue reading Come Close to Christ
 By Bill Gaultiere © 2010
Psalm 135:4 says: “The LORD has chosen Jacob to be his own, Israel to be his treasured possession.”
That’s what it means to have the Lord as our Good Shepherd!
Let’s apply this great promise to our lives. Let’s pause to ponder, paraphrase, and pray this verse. Let’s take the words of the Lord deeper into our hearts.
Be Captivated by the Lord
Today I found myself captivated by a little prayer that emerged from this verse. I prayed it over and over throughout the day. I invite you to pause with me now to ponder, paraphrase, and pray. Open your [...]
Continue reading The Lord Treasures You!
By Bill Gaultiere © 2010
Many people after they put themselves out to minister to others feel self-doubt. Pastors may wonder if they preached a good sermon. Small group leaders may question their effectiveness. Counselors feel might feel unsure they said the right thing. Anyone who serves others is likely to ask: “Did I make a difference?”
In order to feel adequate in our ministry to others most of us try too hard. We rely more on our own wisdom and strength than on the Holy Spirit. We try to please people and base our identity on what they think of us. What exhaustion and distress this causes [...]
Continue reading A Prayer for When You Minister to Others
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A Soul Shepherding Moment
