So I’ll cherish the old rugged cross, till my trophies at last I lay down; I will cling to the old rugged cross, and exchange it some day for a crown. Sometimes verses and songs mean different things in different seasons of life. Many nights ago, as we sang this old, familiar hymn, the phrase “til my trophies at last I lay down…” seemed to take on new meaning. What do I cherish? Will I choose to lay the trophies down daily? Will I cling to the cross of Christ — the FINISHED WORK of Christ ... Read More about What Are You Clinging To?
Eternal or Passing Away: A Convicting Look at How We Spend Our Time
In the study Experiencing God (Unit 3), there's a powerful reflection exercise that asks you to list how you're currently investing your time. What things are you investing in that are PASSING AWAY — and what things are you investing in that are ETERNAL? I was convicted by that question in the study, and then just days later, I was convicted yet again with this quote from Piper: We give time to what we prioritize. When you intentionally look at how you spend your time, you can so ... Read More about Eternal or Passing Away: A Convicting Look at How We Spend Our Time
New Mercies Every Morning: Trusting His Timing and Faithfulness
The sun rose this morning and with it the promise of new mercies. He is making all things new, friends. It may not be in our timing, it may not look like what we prayed for, but He is faithful and we can trust Him. Scriptures to Hold Onto in Every Season “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”— Proverbs 3:5-6 “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies ... Read More about New Mercies Every Morning: Trusting His Timing and Faithfulness
Hiding God’s Word in Our Hearts: Why It Matters & How to Start
Hiding God’s Word in our hearts has eternal benefits. I hope these tips help. Which tip will help you the most and what Scripture are you currently memorizing or want to start memorizing? Any tips you would add? Practical Tips for Memorizing Scripture 1. Repetition is key.Read the passage, read it again. Keep reading it multiple times a day. 2. Read it aloud.One phrase at a time. Repeat each phrase until you can say the phrase without looking. 3. Write it on index cards.Carry your ... Read More about Hiding God’s Word in Our Hearts: Why It Matters & How to Start
The Gospel of John 30 Day Reading Plan
If you're looking for a Scripture plan for the book of John, this is one of my favorites! Spending 30 days in the book of John is a GREAT way to know Jesus more! Why was John written? "...but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name." John 20:31 The book of John was written so that we would believe. It was written for all of us, to grow our faith and trust and knowledge of jesus. ... Read More about The Gospel of John 30 Day Reading Plan