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Yes! God is love. (1 John 4:8) God is love, but He is not only love. Those who think that He is only love are apt to think God would never condemn them (for example). Instead, all God’s attributes work together all the time. While He is never not loving, He is also never not…

Some of you are dismayed about the election results. Some of you are thrilled. For both groups: The Sun Still Came Up! God is still on His throne. The fundamental issue for America is spiritual. Spiritual, not political, not …. The issue for believers is: How are we to live? Our God-given purpose does not…

in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (1 Thessalonians 5:18) In everything….. Last week, Cultivating Thanksgiving gave some examples of thanksgiving during the issues of routine living. Those steps are useful, but what about giving God thanks in disasters? What if you lost family and friends, your home,…

In everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (1 Thessalonians 5:18) Thanksgiving is a command. Concerning you. Concerning me. This command was my primary resolution for years with very limited success. I didn’t have a plan to actually make it happen. I’m trying again … with prayer … with…

Home in Heaven Suzanne Maurer is now Home in Heaven. Jesus Christ greeted her with “Well done, My good and faithful servant.” Suzanne is at home with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8). She has been glorified (Romans 8:30). She entered into the joy of the Lord (Matthew 25:21,23). While we grieve here, Suzanne is glorified,…

The devastation from Hurricane Helene is beyond comprehension. And then more destruction from Hurricane Milton. People died. And, of course, other overwhelming events: earthquakes, fires, mudslides, landslides, floods, tornadoes, hail, lightning, torrential rain, blizzards, volcanoes, typhoons, and fierce straight winds in various US states and other countries. (And this isn’t a complete list!) People died.…

Election Anxiety? For US readers, are you anxious about the Presidential election? Or other races? For those in another country, you probably have some other anxiety. Here is what to do. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace…

Here is another benefit of trials: trials reveal sin! God Customizes Trials talked about the wonderful benefits of trials: perseverance, proven character, hope, endurance… And how God gives us trials because He loves us. All that is true, but another huge benefit is that trials reveal sin, leading us to repentance and growth in the…

Perfect Peace in Troubled Times The steadfast of mind You will keep in perfect peace, because he trusts in You. (Isaiah 26:3) He will not fear evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord. (Psalm 112:7) Peace “Peace” refers to inner tranquility, the lack of angst and fear and worry. God’s peace in…

What Are Your Expectations? When you look ahead to the day or week, what are your expectations? Suzanne Maurer expects Jesus to use her throughout the day. She expects opportunities, so she looks for them. Her expectations lead her to speak to others about the Lord, and to expect results. She says her firm expectation…