Devotionals

I have given you a sound mind not a spirit of fear. (1 Tim 2:7) Even in those times when you don’t know how to plan because life seems uncertain and you feel out of control, be sure that I know the end from the beginning. I AM in control and am drawing all things together for your joy and growth. Relax in me my beloved.’

As I came to write this, I had a deep sense that you always feel deep down that God won’t be interested in your prayers. Others are more spiritual than you and it will be their prayers that matter. You feel insignificant and passed over in life and believe that God will pass you over too.

It’s the New Year and Christmas is beginning to fade in to the background as we face the challenges of a new season. Jesus is our living hope and wants to fill our hearts with the light of deep conviction that He is with us and our future is in His loving hands.

It’s Christmas! Maybe you are celebrating with loved ones and your home is full of laughter and activity or maybe you are on your own and facing a Christmas that seems lonely and quiet?

As we continue into Advent the demands of life - our work, Christian service, family and loved ones can seem overwhelming and maybe you feel completely inadequate to fulfil what you need to be and do in this busy season?

As we progress through advent and the promised coming of Jesus, I am thinking about how God loves to invade our lives and change our landscapes.

As we enter advent, I realise how important it is to make time in this busy season to reflect on God’s amazing love for us.

I felt God wanted to bring both deep comfort and challenge as we consider how God dealt with both Elijah and the widow.

I’ve been thinking these last couple of weeks about celebration.

I’ve been pondering the amazing fact that God has lifted us up to be with Him.

I’ve recently been celebrating a special birthday, and some friends decorated our house with lovely gold and cream helium balloons including a huge pair of golden numbers.