When our bodies fail to provide our heart’s desires there is no one else to turn to for help but God.

God is the maker and sustainer of all things. He cares for you and graciously gives His love forever.

The color of your skin, where you come from, and other people’s misconceptions about you don’t matter. Jesus died for you; and when you believe this truth, God welcomes you with open arms into His family. You are accepted by God, and you are His child. Read more: http://odb.org/2015/08/06/family-privilege/

We prepare to pray, yet our minds wander and every distraction is magnified. That’s when we simply bow our hearts and say, “Lord, teach us to pray!”

God, you know me. You planned every intricate detail of my body, my soul, and my personality. And I love you for that.

When the storms of life threaten to overwhelm you and hopelessness is all you know, there is One who can bring peace to troubled lives. Jesus spoke the winds and the waves into submission, and He can calm your storm too. Just ask Him.

Seared in the fire. Crafted into perfection. Ready to be used. Just as the craftsman refines a tool for a select purpose, we were created in Christ Jesus to do good things. God has already given you ambitions and directions. Go fulfill them. Read more: http://odb.org/2015/06/03/something-new/

People or things will try to distract you, but keep going.

Be strong and take heart for the Lord is my light and my salvation.

Trust the Giver. And He will help you see the way again.