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I’ll never forget my Dad telling me, “Hold your shoulders back.” For days I concentrated on it. I remember it felt so uncomfortable at first, yet, eventually it became natural, my shoulders aligned upright.  Our ABBA Father tells us the same, for we all have a tendency to slump in our heart posture. We have to concentrate to stay standing upright. We have to be set on it. We have to be set on “heart resets,” I call them. With intention and attention. I’ve been studying the heroes that came before us. (Hebrews 11) They were controlled and sustained by their faith. Take note: It was by uncomfortable circumstances and in unfamiliar territory that their conviction was made clear. Their … Continue reading“Stand Up Straight”

The Almighty gathers together the waters of the sea. He puts the oceans in their place to display His character. (Psalm‬ ‭33‬:‭7‬) Do you love the beach like I do? Every wave roars. Have you heard what they’re saying? Each one utters. They echo the eternal promises secured through Christ Jesus our Lord. They sing of God’s steadfast presence and ultimate triumph. There are many types of waves, but they all have one thing in common. Sending love and thoughts to grow on. “Be still and know that He is God.” (Psalm 46:10) He speaks, Take your peace. (Mark 4:39) In Christ Jesus, we can ride the waves and rest assured.

“Forget not all His benefits.” (Psalm 103:2) The “forget me not” is a small flowering plant, actually known to represent true love. Giving it to another expresses commitment, it sings of deep connection with a strong bond that can never be broken. Have you ever seen one? God has set up memorials of Himself over all creation. He’s even given us this flower as an expression of His steadfast commitment, representing the fury of His enduring love. Hear Jesus say, “Forget me not, for I will never forget you.” (Isaiah 49:16) “Praise the Lord, Oh my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name. “Forget not all His benefits.” He Who kisses your heart with forgiveness in spite of … Continue reading“Forget-Me-Not”

I will trust in the Lord at all times, absolutely and unreservedly. (Psalm 62:8) On road trips as a kid I still remember tugging at my mom consistently asking, “How much longer?” I just wanted to get home. I was tired of being cooped up in the car. “Home is where the heart is.” A familiar saying. It hints to an emotional connection, a place of peace and belonging. It’s a place of our deepest affections. Loved ones reside there, comfort and safety. I grew up in a loving home, yet I realize not all of us did, but for sure, we all crave this. Do you tug at the Lord and ask Him, “How much longer?” David cried out, … Continue reading“How long, O Lord?”