by Michelle Welch “Save me, O God, for the waters have come up to my neck. I sink in the miry depths, where there is no foothold. I have come into the deep waters; the floods engulf me. I am worn out calling for help; my throat is parched. My eyes fail, looking for my… Continue reading Chained
Category: Scattered Seeds
Embracing Imperfection
by Jenny Harrison Here she sat—one of the final four people interviewing for a coveted position. At this point, all candidates were the best-of-the-best in the profession, each equipped with impressive resumes and references. The administrator was on a mission to zero in on the perfect candidate to add to her team of professionals. The… Continue reading Embracing Imperfection
For the Hard Days
Message from Chassidy (founder and director of Hope Home Ministry) Hope Home Ministry is a faith-based transitional home for teenage girls who have been incarcerated or who are struggling due to difficult circumstances in their family. Our heart is to show our girls the love of Christ and to teach them that through a relationship… Continue reading For the Hard Days
Psalm 25
Psalm 25 “David’s confident prayers to God in this Psalm are a comfort to me. I am reminded of my constant need for protection and direction. My Savior does not keep score or hold my past against me. And in my genuine but feeble attempts to stay on the right path, God is always there… Continue reading Psalm 25
Military Life – PTSD: Our Story
We are sharing our friend Rachel’s post about how the war has affected her family. Please join us in remembering our heroes and their families today. We pray for those who gave the ultimate sacrifice and for those still struggling with the wounds of war. Please reach out to a military family and let them… Continue reading Military Life – PTSD: Our Story
Psalm 63
Psalm 63 When I need to feel the presence of God, this is one of the scriptures I turn to in my Bible. He cradles me in His gentle arms of strength during these times of longing for Him. As I cling to Him while His right hand upholds me, my soul is replenished, and… Continue reading Psalm 63
Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart
Psalm 139 Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart A Psalm of David. O LORD, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from afar. You search out my path and my lying down and are acquainted with all my ways.… Continue reading Search Me, O God, and Know My Heart
Let Everything Praise the Lord
Psalm 150 Let Everything Praise the Lord Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens![a] Praise him for his mighty deeds; praise him according to his excellent greatness! Praise him with trumpet sound; praise him with lute and harp! Praise him with tambourine and dance; praise him with strings and pipe! Praise him with sounding cymbals; praise him with loud clashing cymbals! Let everything… Continue reading Let Everything Praise the Lord
My Refuge and My Fortress
Psalm 91 Often referred to as “The Soldiers Psalm”, this particular Psalm has been my lifeline during my time as a military wife and mother. I carry a card in my purse with the words of the Psalm on it and pull it out during those moments of darkness. There are many stories about soldiers… Continue reading My Refuge and My Fortress
God Is Our Fortress
Psalm 46:1-11 46 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High. God… Continue reading God Is Our Fortress