My midnight meditation: "Dismantle negative imaginations, and high emotional and mental walls that keep you from really knowing God. Let every thought be captivated in obedience to Jesus Christ" (2 Corinthians 10:5). More than ever, I’m trying to capture my thoughts. The negative ones, so they don't run away with truth, peace, and joy. And …
Intentional Life
Be intentional about speaking encouraging words to yourself today. Instead of giving yourself reasons you can't, give yourself reasons you can. Instead of agreeing with what fear says you’re not, agree with who God says you are. Speaking life into yourself and everyone else is part of your inheritance as his child. Spend it well. …
In Love
The enemy's plans aren't new. He wants to frighten, embitter, and exhaust you out of God's joy, peace, and patience. He wants to twist truth and suppress grace by angering and offending you. So how do you stop him? Stay in love. You are loved. Beyond all the judgments and attacks against you, you are …
Nothing but the Truth
I was reading Psalm 117, and was caught by the word used for "truth" in verse 2, "The truth of the Lord endures forever.” "Emet" is also the word used for “faithfulness,” “reliability,” and “trustworthiness.” They’re all the same, interchangeable. Often when we say “truth,” we mean our doctrinal interpretation, for which many have sacrificed …
Just a Reminder
I’ve shared this before, but I thought perhaps someone could use the reminder besides me. I wrote it when the chemo caused mucositis, some of the most intense pain I’ve ever experienced: One day at a time, One hour at a time, One breath at a time, You are with me, Jesus. I may not …
Equip Your Spirit 