How to overcome our fear by believing what God says about us
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
Valor or fear or complaint? How will we respond when God calls?
Gideon had quite a few push-backs when he received God’s call through the angel. Maybe we can relate.
We may never feel adequately prepared to do the job God has for us
He never calls us to serve and then abandons us. When he calls us, he promises to go with us and provide a path for us to follow. It is always God who brings the results.
Three small words demonstrate our faith and direct our faithfulness
When God calls us, it’s not because he’s misplaced us. God calls to check our availability and even to see if we are ready to move another step closer in our journey of discipleship and maturity.
How do I decide if the “Go” I’m hearing has really come from God?
I do not think we always know in every detail of every day that God is or isn't specifically directing us. What I hope to learn and encourage you to consider is how to involve God more and more in all decisions and at the same time have confidence in his provision.
Christmas is over, but not the work God has for us in the new year
Go ahead and relax now that the Christmas scurry is over. And while you’re resting, think about all God may have for you to do in 2023.
If you’re thinking about questioning God’s call, read this story again
It’s okay if you feel like you need to educate God the next time he gives you an assignment. But after you tell him everything you think he needs to understand, go ahead and do what he asked you to do. You might just be witness to another of God’s transformational miracles!