Devotionals, 317 total items found

Heart of Sweetness     By Shuhong Lin        
We often talk about guarding our hearts against unedifying, sinful thoughts. But a more formidable evil can creep into our hearts - bitterness.

Be Still and Patient     By Sarah Lin        
It’s easy to talk about being still and patient until we are actually under pressure. How can we maintain our trust in God when things are not going well? God wants to make us mature and complete, not to keep us from all pain. Instead of complaining about our struggles, we should see them as opportunities for growth.

Thanksgiving in Prayers     By Sarah Lin        
For many of us, prayers consist of a shopping list of things we want the Lord to accomplish for us. But, asking without thanksgiving only leads to an unhealthy relationship, a flawed spiritual state.

A Lowly Heart     By Sarah Lin        
Sometimes we may find ourselves concerned with matters beyond us and then feel dejected when we are not able to comprehend God's will. In such instances, how can we remind ourselves to have a lowly heart?

To the Rock that Is Higher than I     By Sarah Lin        
When David was at his wits’ end, he asked to be led to the Rock that is higher than him. It is all so easy to feel overwhelmed when troubles flood our days. Whether it is something requiring our action or things beyond our control, we often find ourselves troubled and weary, even harboring grievances. That’s why we need to turn to God, and move up to the Rock higher than all our troubles.

His Compassions Are New Every Morning     By Sarah Lin        
No matter how weary we are, God's Spirit is like living water that refreshes us day by day.

Fear Free through the Valley of the Shadow of Death     By Sarah Lin        
How can we be comforted by God's rod and staff?

Want Free in the House of the Lord     By Sarah Lin        
Have you attained a life free of want?

Sluggishness in the Long Race     By Sarah Lin        
The caveat about being sluggish is that we may not even be aware of it. Worse yet, we can continue to worship and serve God on the outside, but completely lack zeal and diligence within our hearts.

Let Patience Have Its Perfect Work     By Sarah Lin        
Nowadays, people are often impatient and want to see results immediately. But what does the book of James teach us about patience in suffering?