A Sinful Heart’s Cry for Mercy
We think our heart is our feelings. So we contrast our head and heart to differentiate thinking and feeling. But in the Biblical understanding our…
Tag: Praying the Psalms
Use Your Christ Shield to Deal with Criticism
When you experience criticism are you defensive? Do you get angry? Maybe you internalize your anger and become discouraged? Many pastors and caregivers, and others…
Like a Flower in the Father’s Field
Life is precious and brief. How can we “redeem the time” before our days on earth slip away? (Ephesians 5:16). The ancient devotional masters were…
A Meditation on Psalm 18
Visualize yourself with Christ in this meditation on Psalm 18. Vibrant metaphors and pictures help you experience this Psalm of victory. Meditation on Art Similar…
“Fear Not!” 365 Days a Year
How many "Fear nots" are in the Bible? More than 365! Everyday we need to be reminded to "Fear not" and trust the goodness of God to us in Jesus Christ.
The One Benediction You (and Others!) Need
Answered prayer. Success. Victory. We all want to be blessed, to achieve great things, and to overcome our challenges. But when we reach for these desires,…
In the Dark Night Remember God
From time to time we all go through trials in which God’s face is hidden from us. Our prayers seem to go unanswered. God’s comfort…
A Caveman Prayer
Have you ever prayed in a cave? That’s what I was doing in this picture. I went to pray in a special cave with a…
A Prayer for Peace
For most people I talk to, peace is elusive. What do you do to be at peace? Do you walk on eggshells to avoid upsetting…
Be My Rock of Refuge
Have you ever prayed in a cave? David did. Probably Jesus did. I have. A cave is a powerful experience and symbol that the Lord…