--- “You disclose Yourself to me in a variety of ways—words of Scripture just when I need them, helpful words spoken through other people, ‘coincidences’ orchestrated … The post 4 Ways Nature Can Help You Connect with God appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Help me to stay mindful of You as I go step by step through this day. Your Presence with me is a precious promise— and a comforting protection.” – Jesus Listens, October 29th “Fear not, for I am with you.” —Isaiah 41:10 When my husband George felt a strong call to move our family to […]| Jesus Calling
“I realize that You guide each of Your children individually. That’s why listening to You— through Scripture and prayer— is essential for me to find the way forward. Please prepare me for the day that awaits me and point me in the right direction.” – Jesus Listens, October 22nd For the past twenty years, I’ve […]| Jesus Calling
“When I’m feeling weighed down by things I regret, it’s as if I’m dragging my failures around like heavy chains clamped to my ankles. At such times, I find it beneficial to picture You coming to my rescue and cutting off those chains. You came to set Your followers free, and I want to walk […]| Jesus Calling
“Quietness and trust enhance your awareness of My Presence with you. Do not despise these simple ways of serving Me. Although you feel cut off from the activity of the world, your quiet trust makes a powerful statement in spiritual realms. My Strength and Power show themselves most effective in weakness.” – Jesus Calling, February […]| Jesus Calling
“I know there is a time for planning, but it’s definitely not all the time—or even most of it. I really want to live in the present, where Your beautiful Presence awaits me continually.” – Jesus Listens, September 27th We have such a hard time living in the moment. We’re so quick to move on […]| Jesus Calling
“When I begin a day—or a task—feeling inadequate, I need to pause and hear You saying: ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My Power is made perfect in weakness.’ The present tense of the verb is highlights the continual availability of Your wondrous grace.”– Jesus Listens, August 12th My wife and I used to […]| Jesus Calling
“You’ve been helping me understand that Joy is a choice. I don’t have much control over my circumstances, but I can still choose to be joyful.” – Jesus Listens, August 3rd The Sermon on the Mount is a call to a radical transformation of the heart and mind. It invites us to embrace a new […]| Jesus Calling
--- “I come to You, feeling weak and weary, seeking to rest in Your refreshing Presence. I know that You are always by my side, but … The post When You Feel Forgotten in Motherhood appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Having a seeking heart opens me up to receive more of You. The Bible gives me clear instructions: Keep on asking and it will be … The post Trust Him with Open and Closed Doors appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Only in You can I find lasting Joy. There are many sources of happiness in this world, and sometimes they spill over into Joy— especially … The post When Love Spills Over appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“My future stretches out before me, all the way into eternity, and You are the Companion who will never leave me— the Guide who knows … The post The Future Us appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Though My blood has fully redeemed you, your mind is the last bastion of rebellion. Open yourself to My radiant Presence, letting My Light permeate … The post Seeing Yourself as God Sees You appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Whenever I’m feeling inadequate or overwhelmed, I love being able to lean on You, Lord. You remind me that I am more than adequate when … The post The Art of Unplugging appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“The Joy I have in You is independent of my circumstances. I am never separated from You, and in Your Presence there is fullness of … The post Happiness Vs. Joy appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Teach me how to live more fully in the present— refusing to worry about tomorrow. I really do want to live present tense in Your … The post The Tomorrow Trap appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
by Jamie Ivey “The truth is, You are the Center— and everything revolves around You. So I need to make my plans tentatively, seeking Your … The post Surrendering Our Desires appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Help me to trust You enough to accept the full forgiveness that You offer me continually. This glorious gift cost You Your Life, and it … The post The First Step of Forgiveness: Wanting to Learn How appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
by Joy Clarkson “Lord, I want to flourish in Your Presence—like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God. As the sunlight of Your … The post You Are a Tree (Not a Machine) appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“The Bible tells me that You created me first and foremost to know You and live in rich communion with You.” – Jesus Listens,September … The post Three Ways to Know God as You Read the Bible appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
by Emily Ley “I yearn for perfection, and only You are the fulfillment of that deep longing. You are perfect and holy, yet You choose … The post The Weight of Perfection appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
by Justin Davis “You have invaded the innermost core of my being, and Your Spirit is taking over more and more territory within me. As … The post The Value of Surrender appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“I love to use Your Name as a whispered prayer, a praise, a protection; and it never loses its power.” – Jesus Listens --- “The day … The post Your Life Is Your Prayer appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Trouble and distress are woven into the very fabric of this perishing world. Only Your Life in me can empower me to face the endless … The post Becoming Christlike, Even in Conflict appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“You’ve been clearing out the debris and clutter within me, making room for Your Spirit to take full possession.” – Jesus Listens, January 7… The post When Clutter Is a Gift appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
You formed me with an amazing brain that can communicate with You, think rationally, create things, make decisions, and much more.” –Jesus Listens, February … The post Four Spiritual Tools to Build Your Brain Power appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling