answering the call to restful living; with joy
The early church is so inspiring. Oh, to live with such fervour and expectancy! There is a vast difference between being sealed by and being filled with the indwelling Holy Spirit. The former happens upon salvation and marks us as belonging to Christ. The later is an ongoing process as we decrease; as we continually …
“What you are waiting for is what you are living for” I loved this quote from Ann Spangler’s book Praying the Names of Jesus for the name “Light of the world”. Waiting for Jesus to return means you’re living for Him today. Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. …
It’s that time of year again! No, not summer, although I love all the sunshine-y days. No, not Christmas either, but I like where your mind is at. I’m talking about Illustrated Faith Camp! Each year, Illustrated Faith and community “camp” out in a study over the months of June and July. Last year, we …
Says who? Your priorities and activities,Your health and appearance,Your family, home, and children’s upbringing,Your work, plans for the futureWhere and how you live.. Who gets to say what any of that should be? “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.” Revelation …
God Almighty – El Shaddai The One for whom nothing is impossible.The maker and keeper of promises.The One who holds and sustains everything. This is who I pray to. This is who fights my battles. This is who I serve. He is God and I am not. Calling on His mighty name while surrendering to …
He gave it all. He’s always there and receives me as I am. Still, He invites me deeper into this marvellous friendship that is solely based on His love. Jesus Christ – what a Friend! This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than …