I Know Too Much

Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”Luke 18:17 (NIV) Jesus, I know You want us to have a childlike faith—a guileless kind of trust. But I have lived a whole lot, and I know too much. I have become...

Overcome with Surprise

“I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God.For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.”Luke 18:14 (NIV) Jesus, I was surprised today to see my friend applaud her own...

What I Don’t Love

The soothing tongue is a tree of life,but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit.Proverbs 15:4 (NIV) Dearest, Lord, You know how much I love planting trees, spreading seeds, and growing flowers. You know that about me, Lord, because You designed me that way. And I love...

Life Eternal with You!

‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes.There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”Revelation 21:4 (NIV) Dear God, I know I was never meant for all the sadnesses that I’ve collected on this fallen earth....

Follow Me…

“Come, follow me,” Jesus said,“and I will send you out to fish for people.”Mark 1:17 (NIV) Jesus You clearly said in Your Word that we are to follow You, but I keep hearing a new message. I am being told by podcasters and bloggers and social media folks that what will...

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