Trust & Surrender

These are two words that take courage to put together. When it comes to following the Lord, I need both trust and surrender.  I’m trusting in Someone I’ve never physically met. I’m trusting in Someone Whose Presence is clearly felt. I’m still learning to trust Him more. Surrender is the other part of the equation.…

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Belong

This word jumped off the pages of scripture this morning as I read in Psalms. King David had such a plain way of speaking about the Majesty and the Powerful Presence of God. I enjoy reading David’s journal of sorts. He is royalty himself, but his journey with God is clearly marked by humility and…

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Forgiven

Forgiveness is very real and a huge blessing. I am so thankful for receiving forgiveness many times over for stupid stuff I’ve done or simple mistakes I’ve made. I’ve also been the giver of forgiveness and it relieves me of a burden and can bring healing to my soul. Forgiveness is something I give to…

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Lord Over All

I once heard the phrase that “Jesus must be Lord of all or He’s not Lord at all”. At first glance, this phrase seems pretty harsh and hard. I have been in the process of making Jesus Lord of all for many years. It’s easy to say that He’s Lord, but it’s a bit tougher…

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Captured Heart

I remember as a young man thinking I had found love. I remember those butterflies in my stomach when talking to her or hanging out with her. It was new and exciting. I remember not wanting the days to end. My hearts affection was captured then and there. Fast forward a bit and things changed.…

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Witness

I have witnessed accidents before. I have witnessed bad behavior before. I have witnessed disrespect toward others. I have witnessed gifts of love. I have witnessed genuine love for others. There have been things I’ve seen with my own eyes that I have a hard time describing and explaining. I sometimes wonder what it would…

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