Author: Sharon Patrick

24
Sep

God’s Grace to Begin Again

1 Timothy 1:14 And the grace of our Lord was exceedingly abundant, with faith and love which are in Christ Jesus.         Scripture shows us individuals who lived far from perfect lives, yet God’s grace gave them new beginnings and new purposes. Have you wondered what God could do with someone who feels completely unqualified? Consider […]

23
Sep

Strengthened in God

Proverbs 17:17 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. David’s life gives us a powerful picture of what Proverbs 17:17 means. David knew what it was like to have friends in good times, but he also discovered who would remain when adversity came. When David became a fugitive, King […]

22
Sep

Secure in His Grace

Romans 5:1 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.     Imagine a child who breaks a glass at home. Before the parent could say a word, the child may hide, avoid eye contact, and think, “I’m in trouble.” But when the parent says, “I forgive you. Come […]

14
Jul

Rise God’s Way

Deuteronomy 28:13 The Lord will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only and not be beneath if you heed the commandments of the Lord your God, which I command you today, and are careful to observe them. God’s desire is not merely to bless His people but to use […]

13
Jul

God’s Presence is Enough

Exodus 33:14 He said, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” The Israelites’ greatest blessing was not the Promised Land but the presence of God accompanying them every step of the journey. This conviction shaped Moses’s life and guided his prayers. To Moses, any success achieved apart from God would […]

12
Jul

Echoes of Praise Across Creation

Psalm 148:1 Praise the LORD! Praise the LORD from the heavens; Praise Him in the heights! Psalm 148 begins with a powerful invitation. The psalmist calls everything in heaven and on earth to praise the One who created it all. From the highest heavens to the lowest parts of the earth, creation joins together in […]

03
May

Declaring His Greatness

Psalm 145:10 All Your works shall praise You, O Lord, and Your saints shall bless You. Everywhere we look, we see evidence of God’s greatness. The rising sun, the changing seasons, the breath of life, and the beauty of creation all quietly testify to His power and goodness. Trees grow, birds sing, and oceans move […]

02
May

Held by Goodness and Mercy

Psalm 23:6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life. Psalm 23 ends with a comforting promise. David describes what it means to live close to God – a life where the Lord provides, protects, and welcomes him into His presence. David is confident that God’s goodness and mercy are […]

01
May

God’s Gentle Leading

Psalm 143:8 Cause me to hear Your lovingkindness in the morning, for in You do I trust; cause me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to You. Sometimes the hardest part of our day is not the decisions we make but the voices we listen to. […]

20
Feb

Rest in the Authority of God

Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! In today’s verse, God does not merely whisper; He declares with authority. While chaos roars and fear demands attention around us, God steps forward and reminds us who is truly in […]