God renews our spirits even during the struggles. We can keep going in this life and look with anticipation to the next.

“Be crafted into something new.” (Colossians 3:1-11) It starts with an idea. In the designer’s skilled hands, the raw materials begin to take shape. The process is sometimes messy and time consuming, but it is necessary. The transformation process creates something useful, something beautiful, something new.

When the storms of life rage, remember He is with you. When you struggle until you have no energy left to give, He is with you. When you feel alone and think that God doesn’t care, He is with you. So take heart . . . He is with you!

Darkness. The world was in darkness. But we knew the Light was coming because God promised His arrival. Suddenly, one night so long ago, He came bursting into our world as a baby. And just like the morning sun, He overcame the dark of night and gave us hope.

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/

“Be not afraid to light up the dance floor, and dance more.” – Ciara Jones

God, you are the only thing that matters. Remind me of your goodness and your love.

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

It’s inevitable. Rough waters will come. But the good news is that you are not navigating alone.

No matter the circumstances, you can lean into Jesus—the best gift we could ever receive—and He will calm your spirit.