"Satan's "best shot" against God and the people of God was the crucifixion of the God-man, Jesus Christ. And in that act, he unwittingly not only sealed his own doom, he opened the door for Jesus to offer redemption and salvation to the whole world. But that's not the end of the matter. Believe it or not, Satan can also accomplish God's purposes through the trials and afflictions that he throws our way. How? By helping us to cling to the Lord in dependence and prayer and, as a result, growing stronger spiritually."

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Jun. 21, 2008

Devotion For Mom

Straining toward the Goal "I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." — Philippians 3:14 The word used for "press" in Philippians 3:14 carries in the meaning of "strong exertion." Every muscle of the runner is burning. He can see the ribbon. He has only a few more feet to go in the race. He must press on. It is the same in our lives as Christians. There are times when it just gets hard. But it is then that we learn what it means to walk by faith and not by feeling. You can't live on an emotional high as a Christian. You must pace yourself in this race you are running. You can't expect that every time you go to church, you will have some great emotional encounter with God. Sometimes you will. Sometimes you won't. Growing up and learning to walk by faith are part of spiritual maturity. When you first made a commitment to Christ, you discovered the joy and wonderful peace that comes from being forgiven. But you must realize that this is a walk by faith. You must press on even when it gets hard. Maybe, as you have been running, you have found yourself in a place where you are dragging burdens, sins, or other things along. Maybe you find that you don't even know why you are running the race anymore. Maybe you have become discouraged. Look up and remember that it is Jesus whom you are running for. Two thousand years ago, He loved you so much that He went to the cross and died there. He shed His blood for you. Then He rose again from the dead. Because He did that for you, you can live for Him today. He will give you the strength. - Greg Lauri, Harvest Christian Fellowship, CA

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Jun. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Dot

Great post

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Jun. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by 3rsandahug

I think I needed to read that this morning! I actually have been wanting to take a drive out to Pagosa Springs to check out a place there for my homeschool moms' spa getaway - that's not as far from Telluride. Let me run the idea past my husband and see if my kids are up for a drive, and I'll email you. Would be great to meet in person! Karen

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