May God stir up within us today, a prayer for our leaders and nation. If we've ever needed unity and prayer in our country's history, we surely need it now. In the midst of heated debates, disagreements, hardships, and struggles that so many have faced in recent days, our hearts long for peace. For healing. For better days ahead. Maybe for some people, a new season of potential change brings much … [Read more...] about Prayer for Our Leaders and Nation: 12 Verses of Hope
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No Matter What, God Is Still on the Throne
“The LORD has established His throne in the heavens, And His sovereignty rules over all.” Psalm 103:19 He came home from school wearing his "I voted" sticker and slumped into the chair. My 6 yr. old son, lover of all things sports related, had just “voted” for the first time in his elementary school’s mock election - vote for your favorite team sport. Apparently, his choice was not the most … [Read more...] about No Matter What, God Is Still on the Throne
A Prayer for America: 20 Verses of Hope
Sometimes in the midst of heated political battles and uncertain times, it's difficult to even know how to pray or where to begin. We just know we have a deep ache in our hearts that cries out for God's mercy, and a longing to see him heal our land. Maybe other times we wonder how effective our prayers even are. Yet God is faithful, no matter how we feel, and His Presence of power and peace … [Read more...] about A Prayer for America: 20 Verses of Hope
God Has Not Shut Down – 10 Truths for Today
So, you may have heard - as of today, the government has shut down. Deep breath. The sun still rose this morning. And, as far as we can tell, it will still set tonight. Some truth in the midst of chaos and debate - God did not shut down. He's still there, still open, still available, still in control, and not surprised by the headlines of today. Leads me to remember that people - and the … [Read more...] about God Has Not Shut Down – 10 Truths for Today