Jesus Christ
LOOKING FOR MR. RIGHT?
Jun 21st
Just maybe this guy will sweep me off my feet and rescue me. Most women don’t want to admit it, but sometimes we become so fixated on finding the right man that we miss the deep love Christ offers. Guest blogger, Theresa Miller, shares her love story with Comforted By God today. After spending lots of time looking for a great guy, she finally discovered true love in Christ. I encourage you to visit Theresa’s blog and give her a virtual hug today. * * * * *
Shuffling into the restaurant – about six of us near strangers scrambled to find our seats. I More >
U-TURN AHEAD!
Apr 1st
I knew it was wrong, but I didn’t care. I was more concerned with college parties than living a life committed to Jesus Christ.
Just days after my high school graduation I boldly declared, “God, I’m going to have fun for a while. I’ll come back to you when I graduate.” Living out my promise, I spent the next several years in total rebellion. Every now and then I would actually listen to the warnings of my conscious, leading me to visit various churches. I never hung around for long though, because it was just too uncomfortable to be confronted with More >
IS IT CRASHING DOWN?
Feb 7th
It’s like a gale force wind. When trouble strikes it’s never a calm day. It’s always chaotic, worrisome, and stressful. Often it brings us to our knees as we plead with God to make sense out of something unimaginable.
When I was diagnosed with a crippling autoimmune disease my life fell apart. My marriage, children, career, and relationship with God were all challenged as I attempted to cope with my limited physical abilities. Living under constant pain and stress chipped away at my fragile emotions, resulting in depression. I couldn’t enjoy even the smallest bit of happiness because I was paralyzed by fear of More >
A DAY OF FEASTING
Jan 31st
Illness was very revealing—primarily of weakness. It wasn’t just physical frailty either. I witnessed another side of me taking shape under the kiln of suffering. My feeble body was merely a reflection of my broken spirit. I was eager for something more, something rich, something satisfying. Just as I gasped for breath with each step I took, I gasped for the truth of God. He made me hungry for Him. I found that everything I lost—my job, my hobbies, and my friends—faded in comparison to the peace and joy I found in Jesus Christ.
When I spent time in the Bible, More >
What’s the M2 Challenge?
Jan 10th
Last week I wrote about SPIRITUAL ROADBLOCKS–ordinary, mundane, routine–which keep us from maturing in our relationship with Jesus Christ. After a lot of reflection I realized one of my weakest areas is in Bible verse memorization. I must have hit a nerve because several of you commented that you struggle with that too.
Who among us hasn’t said, at one time or another, “There’s a verse in the Bible that says something like…” We may have a general idea of the verse’s content, and might even remember the specific book it’s in. But, few of us (me included!) can recall a More >
Not Afraid
Dec 25th
I know this is short and quick, but I wanted to send a note of encouragement on Christmas Eve. Many of you have a wonderful day planned tomorrow with family and friends. But, there are a few of you who are struggling with the circumstances of life. I’m reminded of the darkest days of my illness–pain knew no holiday. I wish I could give you a hug and help you face the day. Instead, I’ll give you what I know to be true:
The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake More >
IT’S YOUR CHOICE
Dec 9th
Does this prayer sound familiar to you?
Lord, I can’t take anymore. I’m shattered. I have nothing else in this world but You. I’m begging you to stop this pain and heartache. Please help me.
For three years I pleaded with God to change my circumstances. Ironically, with each desperate cry my suffering escalated: the pain worsened, my health deteriorated, and the isolation intensified.
From the outside it seemed as though the Lord ignored my prayers. But, deep in my heart I knew the truth. As horrible as my life was, I was absolutely certain that the Sovereign God of Creation was More >
THANKSGIVING ISN’T OVER
Dec 2nd
Thanksgiving Day has come and gone, but I’m still thinking about all Jesus has done for me. Just over a year ago I was suffering horrible pain and could hardly walk. But in the span of one year, the Lord has transformed my life, yet again. As I lay in my bed last night, drifting off to sleep, I thought of all the blessings God has granted me:
- Physical relief–The most dramatic part of this year has been my restored health. The Lord has given me a break from the constant pain and has allowed me to walk again. I More >
