Moses journeyed from the desert knowing God had a purpose and a plan. The deliverance of his people was imminent. It was with great confidence that Moses shared with the children of Israel God’s promise of deliverance. Hope Ahead The announcement that Almighty God had heard their groanings and had Read more…
Moses certainly had it all. He had been raised in the palace since he was a young child. All the wealth and comforts of Egyptian royalty were at his disposal. Moses was raised knowing that power, position and prosperity were within his grasp. And then life turned upside down. Read more…
In Part 1 of Questions that Clarify I talked about the first question that God asked Hagar when He showed up in the middle of the wilderness. The following quote encompasses the necessity of understanding our origin. “Your desert experience may bring about a loss of bearings for a time Read more…
Life had overwhelmed. The wrongs committed had embroiled her in an existence filled with harshness and despair. Consequently, Hagar fled. She ran to the desert trying to outrun the questions that filled her soul. The slap of her sandals and the swish of her garments against the burning sand became Read more…
Have you ever experienced anguish from a misguided belief or felt gut-wrenching sorrow from a confidence that was misplaced. The regret that comes from a certainty that goes awry can be devastating. Whether it is a relationship, a business deal or a personal matter that is upended, skepticism and anxiety Read more…
It was on Route 66. The little country church that I attended for most of my childhood days. The tall windows, the steeple, the white clapboard siding and the bell tolling out across the Pennsylvania countryside all became a part of my understanding of worship. We met God there and Read more…
The darts of fear and unbelief riddle my heart as I walk through uncertainty. Truths I had known in the good times seemed to have slipped from my mind. Moments fill with questions and doubt.My heart reaches up in prayer to my Heavenly Father, but the enemies darts come thick Read more…
When our plans go awry frustration results. Whether it be vacation plans put on hold, interruptions to the routines of our day, a flat tire, unexpected sickness, or numerous other incidents that bring angst; none of us like having our plans changed. Dealing with the change and finding inward strength Read more…
Know is a word that means recognition; to acknowledge; be aware of; and to acquaint with. As well as other varied facets of meaning. When we “know” something it becomes reality to us. God had acquainted the Israelite’s with Himself, through a voice from heaven, by thunderings and fire upon Read more…