When you become a believer, you instantly possess all things that pertain to life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3).

Jealousy and envy are emotions we all feel from time to time. But, if they are allowed to control our lives, they distort our perspectives and, in some cases, lead us to act out in malicious behavior.

Our identity in Christ is “precious” according to Psalm 139:17, and His thoughts towards us are immeasurable, “. . . they are more in number than the sand” (Psalm 139:18).

I wrote this poem on my way to Utah. My husband had answered the call of God to be a church planter there. But I didn’t want to go, and I made it known. With endless tears, I said goodbye to my family, friends, and the church I loved. My heart broke, and I was afraid.

Our greatest reward is not the praise of man but His eternal inheritance, our home.

Do you remember the day you walked down an aisle and said, "I do?" Do you have a grace-centered marriage?

The Christian submits his life to the Lord and is not presumptuous to think he knows what is best for himself or what tomorrow will hold.

And he said unto me, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.”

Through perilous times, General Stonewall Jackson never lost hope in the Lord, the Shepherd, and Guardian of his soul (I Peter 1:3-5). What is there to fear when in God's mighty hand, we are comforted, protected, and given direction.

Christians should be profoundly moved by the perplexing realities of this astounding prophecy. Lord, thank You for such amazing love that You died for me.