Monthly Archives: April 2012
Humbly Surrendered
Today I am learning a lesson in humility. It is only natural for humans to seek their own glory. Therefore, as Christians we have to fight to seek the glory of God instead. In friendship I am finding that I sometimes want others to sing my praises, to acknowledge how great a friend I am. … Continue reading
Be Still
“Be still, and know that I am God.” ~Psalm 46:10 What does it mean to “be still”? I recently got a new Bible translation (the God’s Word translation), and it has added a new perspective to my faith. Psalm 46:10 is translated: “Let go [of your concerns]. Then you will know that I am God.” … Continue reading
From Death to Life
Life. Most days it doesn’t even cross my mind how little control we as humans have over life. We go about planning our busy schedules, and death does not seem to fit in the picture. Somehow we come to feel as if we are keeping ourselves alive. Yet if Elohim, our Creator, was not at … Continue reading
Psalm 42
I felt discouraged frequently last week. The refreshing words of Psalm 42 encouraged me this morning. (from the Names of God Bible, God’s Word translation) El, Elohim = Creator God, El Chay = the Living God, Yahweh = Lord As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for You, O Elohim. My … Continue reading