Moments with God

Called to Life Eternal1 “And the woman said to Elijah, “Now I know that you are a man of God, and that the word of the Lord in your mouth is truth.” 1 Kings 17:24 As soon as the calendar indicates spring is near, I watch the outdoors for signs of life. Walking through the woods, I look…

Called to Plant Seeds1 “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth.” 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 Quietness filling the meeting room is suddenly broken by loud grumbling. In growing embarrassment, you realize your stomach has let everyone know lunchtime is near.…

Though the journey would be challenging, it was not enough to just hear the reports. The wisdom and fame of King Solomon had steadily grown bringing honor to God. Though she wanted to see his kingdom for herself, questions were stirring in her mind. Would King Solomon have the answers? Gathering a large entourage of…

Moonlight flooded the rooftop as Bathsheba completed her cleansing bath. Though her body should have relaxed in the warmth of the water, Bathsheba felt restless. With the coming of spring, Uriah had gone off to battle. One day seemed like another. Busy with her daily tasks, she still felt lonely. She longed for Uriah to…

Startled by the abrupt entrance of the young shepherd, Abigail carefully listened to his words. While she knew quick action was needed, she took time to carefully devise a plan then gathered her servants to set things in motion. Knowing she could not change Nabal’s heart, Abigail knew she could intervene to prevent a great…

Her life as a princess was far from a fairytale, yet it seemed as if her dreams were about to come true! Michal had known David most of her life. Listening to melodies from David’s heart had calmed her father’s spirit. Yet David was not just around the palace for King Saul, he was her…

Her life was marked for joy and celebration. Phinehas had chosen her to be his bride. Her husband was set apart to serve the living God she loved so much. Her wedding day was the start of days, months, and years of happiness til death parted them, or so she thought. The coming years presented…

I know I have been there. Have you? You are walking through a deep valley feeling misery, anguish and hopelessness with each step. You are in the depths of despair. Hannah walked this valley too. In fact, she stayed there a long time. She lived in a time when barrenness was considered worthlessness. In a…

Sometimes the circumstances calling you into God’s story are the very circumstances that will cause you to trust Him more. While your situation may call for deliverance, the purpose for which He has called you may not be deliverance, but rather, His presence. Famine brought his family to her land. Mahlon’s father, Elimelek, moved Naomi…

Trudging along the road, Naomi and Ruth headed around the bend. Finally, the city gates! If only…but nothing could bring life back to her precious husband and sons. After seeking life in Moab during the famine, the return to Bethlehem should have been a joyous homecoming. However, Naomi only felt heartache and, if she was…