Over the course of my life, I’ve heard people call sinners, alcoholics particularly, “sorry,” “no good,” and “good for nothing.” But it isn’t true. God counted them worthy. Jesus died for them. He counted them worthy. It all started when they made the decision to try alcohol for the first time, giving “place to the … Continue reading Sorry, No-Good Sinners
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If Prodigals Say They Don’t Believe
When we pray for prodigals who are deceived to the point of saying they no longer believe in the existence of God, their coming revelation of God can happen suddenly, or they can rediscover Him gradually. When we ask God to help our prodigals no longer believe a lie about Him and believe nothing but … Continue reading If Prodigals Say They Don’t Believe
Through
A little over a year ago for several months, I had some physical problems that started slowly and basically eventually landed me in my living room chair, unable to do much, energy depleted but fatigue abundant, pain surprising me often (surprising because there didn’t seem to be rhyme or reason as to timing or location … Continue reading Through
Functioning from a Place of Remembered Victories
Twice, the psalmist asks: “Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me?” (Psalm 42:5, 11 NKJV). He also says: “My tears have been my food day and night, While they continually say to me, ‘Where is your God?’” (v. 3). “I will say to God my Rock, ‘Why have You forgotten me? Why … Continue reading Functioning from a Place of Remembered Victories
The God of Capability
by Darlene Vice Perfectionist. That describes me perfectly (pun intended). Those who know me well will tell you that everything I do is over the top. Whether I’m teaching a Wednesday night Bible class or decorating for a wedding (it’s a hobby!), every detail is precise. I like to say I’m operating out of a … Continue reading The God of Capability
Prayer for Prodigals 