Deeply loved
“Don’t be afraid,” he said, “for you are deeply loved by God. Be at peace; take heart and be strong!” As he spoke these words, I suddenly felt stronger and said to him, “Now you may speak, my lord, for you have strengthened me.” — Daniel 10:19 God is the refuge for his people and the conqueror of
Putting people first
No, O people, the LORD has already told you what is good, and this is what he requires: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. — Micah 6:8 People matter more than schedules. People matter more than programs. Making people a priority means putting people first. This is the way
Surrendering to obedience
“Son of man, I am going to take away your dearest treasure. Suddenly she will die. Yet you must not show any sorrow. Do not weep; let there be no tears.” — Ezekiel 24:16 Ezekiel was ever conscious that his people were caught up in a tragedy of their own making and that he had been called to
Guilt doesn’t know any songs
Forgive me for shedding blood, O God who saves; then I will joyfully sing of your forgiveness. — Psalm 51:14 When we are truly sorry, and truly forgiven, guilt cannot blanket our souls with depression anymore. Guilt smothers, whispering in our ears, “Don’t try again; you’ll fail.” Or, “The thing you did is unforgivable; you’ll never recover