answering the call to restful living; with joy
This is a follow up to my previous post on loving like Jesus, i.e. being fully surrendered to doing the will of God, the Father. “Teacher, which is the great commandment in the Law?” And he said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul …
Have you been hurt and find it challenging to love that person in return? Has God placed someone “different” in your midst? Congratulations! You’ve been handed a marvellous gift. When I saw the latest printable by @kristina.proffitt, called “Love Like Jesus”, I immediately saw a cross where the cards met. Then, the speaker at our …
Love came down and lit our hearts. This changes how we live in the wait. Observing the season of Advent leads us to remember what God has done, with thanksgiving, while also looking ahead, with joyful anticipation, to what He promised to do in the future. May the joy of “God With Us” fill our …
The story of the birth of Jesus Christ is one of love; great and mighty love. For our Father is the Almighty and Everlasting One. His love cannot be meagre – it is without measure! His beloved children are not just welcomed back Home but pursued, rescued, and redeemed. He came for me (and you) …
My day started off as one of those days. You know them – when the day just isn’t going how you’d prefer and you want to grumble. I would’ve preferred a solid night’s sleep, thank you very much! I would’ve preferred to not have bleary eyes when I have to do computer work. I would’ve …
Faithful love, faithful praise. In 100 Days of Bible Promises, @shannanoel reminds us that the faithful love of God warrants a fitting response. “His faithful love endures forever, so let’s let our praise endure forever too!” He humbles us with His goodness and gives us plentiful reasons to rejoice. Lord, only You can make my heart …