I’ve been studying the book of Ezekiel for my daily reading. There are some profound truths and beautiful discoveries if we take a moment to listen to the Holy Spirit and allow Him to teach us more about the Word. Ezekiel 37 is especially full of Godly wisdom and truth. The prophet Ezekiel stood in a valley carpeted with bones—sun-bleached, disconnected, utterly lifeless. God asked him a haunting question: “Can these bones live?” Ezekiel’s answer was both honest and hopeful: “Sovereign LORD, you alone know” (Ezekiel 37:3). This wasn’t just a vision about Israel’s restoration from exile. It’s a picture Read More
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From Grass to Grace: Lessons from Your Lawn
I was awakened early this morning by someone mowing their lawn. As I lay there listening to the roar of that engine, I thought about how mowing the lawn relates to our walk of faith. Here are my thoughts: *Regular Maintenance Prevents Overgrowth Just as grass grows continuously and requires regular cutting to stay healthy and manageable, our spiritual lives need consistent attention. When we neglect daily prayer, Bible reading, and fellowship, spiritual “weeds” like pride, bitterness, or worldly desires can quickly take root and choke out our relationship with God. Regular spiritual maintenance through daily disciplines keeps our hearts Read More
Daily Affirmations: New Seasons
There is a season (a time appointed) for everything and a time for every delight and event or purpose under heaven— Ecclesiastes 3:1