The Simple Truth About Going to the Deep With Jesus
"And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not fear, from now on you will be catching men.” When they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him."--Luke 5:10b-11 As Jesus reveals His deity to the fishermen their lives are changed....
It’s Simply Not About the Fish or the Work
So many times I have read this familiar story, focusing on the work and the fish. I have often approached this story from the perspective of God's provision and ability. It's easy to get enamored with the big catch. I've done that. I've asked God to enter my boat and I've trusted Him for results with work that seems fruitless.
Find Courage to Try Again When Work Fails
Sometimes Christ asks us to go back to that place of failure or the work that seems fruitless. Sometimes Jesus tells us to try again. Some fish will not be caught in the shallows and some lessons cannot be learned in the easy victories of life.
Simple Encouragement When Work Fails
How do we find encouragement when we've worked hard and our nets are empty? We've all had a day like this. Maybe your whole week has been like this and you're tired of it. Sometimes the weariness goes deeper when you've cast months or years of effort into something, hoping to pull in the catch of your dreams.
At the end of the day are you muttering, "All this work for nothing? What's the point?"
Do You Feel Far Away From God?
What we think about God has everything to do with how we relate to Him. Find encouragement for your soul today.
Family Traditions Create Special Memories
The Kids are Growing Up
Why is it that your kids can go through phases and stages that you think will never pass? Most of the time they are fairly small behaviors that worry you like crazy as you pull your hair out and wonder if they will ever outgrow it.
Just One Thing: A Guest Post by Karrilee
Sometimes we feel as if we need to change All. The. Things. and stat! But real change, deep-down-in-your-soul change... that happens slowly, on purpose, over time. The good news is that it is often kick started with one small shift.
Simple ways to Meditate on God’s Word
Learn simple ways to meditate on God's Word. Practical ideas and powerful images help Christian women understand how to add biblical meditation to spiritual practices. Develop a deeper relationship with God with Scripture meditation.
