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Some people love recognition; others want to avoid it. To be recognized in the heart of God because of our loving and obedient relationship with Him is the greatest honor of all.

While we love “ease,” God calls us to “effort”! True discipleship is not, cannot be passive. “Take up your cross and follow Me,” was never said by a passive Redeemer to half-hearted followers.

Many people want power for themselves, but do not want to share that power with anyone else. Only those who are secure in God are able to empower others and release them into their individual calling. We have been empowered by God—may we be about the business of empowering others.

Our position in God’s heart is the foundation for all our earthly decisions and choices. Let your heart be in strong agreement with His regarding your eternal position.

There’s no place like home. And, there is no place like home when that home is in the heart of God.

Working as a team takes much more patience, kindness, grace, and vision than working alone. But Jesus chose to accomplish His mission with a team. We are stronger together!

We give thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in Light. –Colossians 1:12 NASB

Consistency may not be exciting, but it is highly valued by God. Loving, consistent obedience to Jesus will establish our lives in spiritual maturity.

Construction zones are messy and dirty. They slow us down and cause detours. But how we love the end product! Be patient with the construction of God—He is working with an eternal purpose in mind.

We live in a world where much is not clear. Nevertheless, God is clear in His ways, His purpose, and His power. He wants us to be clear in our response to Him, so He may shine through us as clear vessels.

Being determined to see a thing through doesn’t always feel good, but the rewards are eternal. Jesus determined to fulfill His Father’s will regardless of the difficulties. May we be resolute in our determination as we follow Him.

Joshua and Caleb possessed a “can-do” spirit. They said, in spite of giants and tremendous difficulties, “We are well able to possess the land!” God has given each one of us a “can-do” spirit also. Yes, you can!

“Nothing ventured, nothing gained,” the old saying goes. Most of us attempt things when we are reasonably sure of the outcome! Jesus calls us to follow Him, and attempt anything He instructs us to, knowing that He is sure of the outcome, whether we are or not.

How many times have people told us to “breathe” when we are dealing with intense stress? God breathed into Adam and created a living soul. The breath of God in us will create His amazing life-flow expressed through us.

No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care. We long for God and others to care for us. Have we poured out our care for them? Sometimes painful, sometimes costly, real care is always worth the price.

Many people want authority because we want to be large and in charge. But only those willing to surrender to God’s authority will know how to walk in true Kingdom power.

How we want to fix things! The Lord lives through us and partners with us and coaches us along the way. However, He will never do our part for us, any more than He will ask us to do His part for Him.

Failure is not permanent! May God give us faith to love learning more than we fear failing.

In a world where strength is prized and weakness is scorned, the attribute of gentleness is often overlooked. God prizes this fruit of the Spirit, and He shows us how to live in gentle strength. “Thy gentleness has made me great.”

In a world where everything is shaking, what is really certain? Only God Himself. “I am the Lord; I change not.”

When we were born again, we were born on a battlefield! We may not always like this reality, but spiritual warfare is not going to suddenly vanish. Understanding the rhythm of the Commander’s direction will give us renewed strength in the warfare.

Often, we miss things because we are just not aware. Isaiah talks of having eyes but not seeing; having ears, but not hearing. May the Holy Spirit help us to be aware, and recognize the signs of the times.

Most people say they are ready for adventure until they see the definition! Adventure literally means an undertaking or enterprise involving danger and unknown risks. Are we willing to go on a real adventure with God?

This is a fairly uncommon word in our society. We can give our lives to honor God, and by this, declare His worth in this ever-changing world. People will long to know Him when they see His worth.