• The Beauty of Being Alone

The Beauty of Being Alone

Aug 11, 2017|1 Comment

When we are quiet and slow down, we make space for the Lord. I am so guilty of crowding the Lord out because of my busyness (even if the busy things are good things). So, I invited the Lord to meet me. I prayed “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting” (Psalm 139:23-24).

  • Consider It Pure Joy - Be Joyful Through Trials

4 Ways To Be Joyful Through Trials

Aug 4, 2017|Comments Off on 4 Ways To Be Joyful Through Trials

Ultimately, my God is a GOOD God. No matter what circumstance I am in or how many handicaps I have. He is still good. You see, when we are not moved by trials due to being planted firmly at the Lord’s feet, people notice. And what, in fact, they are noticing, is Jesus.

  • 8 Ways God Speaks To Us

8 Ways God Speaks To Us

Aug 3, 2017|Comments Off on 8 Ways God Speaks To Us

God often uses different things or people when speaking to us. Sometimes He speaks to us in ways we aren't expecting. Jen Otero dives into the topic of "hearing the voice of God," which is also a key in Mercy's "Keys to Freedom" series, and gives clear understanding on some ways God speaks to us.

  • Replace Fear With Trust

Replace Fear with Trust

Jul 28, 2017|1 Comment

Yes, we will experience trials. There will always be something, but if we strive to plant ourselves by the living water, during the trails we will remain steadfast in His supernatural strength and will be able to conquer anything that comes our way.

  • Depending on the Lord

Depending on the Lord in an Independent Culture

Jul 25, 2017|Comments Off on Depending on the Lord in an Independent Culture

It's human nature to want to operate independently. In some cases, being independent is a good thing. When it comes to our relationship with God, however, we need to be dependent. Operating from a place of dependence in Christ is not only what He wants for our relationship with Him, it's then reflected on how we go about living our day to day lives.

  • God's Abundant Grace

God’s Abundant Grace

Jul 21, 2017|1 Comment

He gives it to us in a way that is far more abundant and delicious and beautiful than we deserve or need! Think of all the things on this earth that reflect God’s good and abundant grace: sunsets, good food, air conditioning, loved ones, your favorite movie… these things are all God’s grace.