Posts with the tag “peace”

“I believe music is a gift God has given to us and, if performed with the right heart, helps us get closer to Him, particularly when we sing songs of praise. When we sing with grace in our hearts, it allows His presence to be with us in a deeper way… [Yet] the gift that comes with singing songs of praise that is often missed is when we sing during times of hardship.” Read Pastor Lee’s full Blog post.  Read More

In this week’s Blog post, Karin Baker shares how peace isn’t the absence of external distractions, nor the avoidance of conflict. Instead, it is an inner peace that remains steadfast in life’s most difficult storms. She shares three tangible ways she strives to have this in her life, as well as links to several songs that resonate with the theme of finding peace amidst life's challenges.  Read More

Peace isn’t a wish granted automatically because we said “yes” to Jesus. Peace is a choice we make because we have said yes and choose to trust in Him and His ways no matter what! God’s Word reveals additional steps (beyond salvation and trust) that will help us to experience the fullness of His peace. Check out Cristen Crossley’s Blog post to read about four important steps.  Read More

In this week’s Blog post (video), which kicks off our November promise, Pastor Shane encourages us to hold on to the peace that only the Lord can provide. It might seem nearly impossible, but the “perfect peace” that comes from a relationship with the Lord is attainable for each of us that have a personal relationship with Him.  Read More

As someone who thrives on security, Karin Baker understands how overwhelming it can be to navigate life's uncertainties. Check out her Blog post this week, which explores how God is our refuge and fortress, no matter what we face. She also shares four simple actions that will help us reinforce this truth, as well as two book recommendations that connect to this month’s promise.  Read More

Isaiah 41:13 is likely one of the greatest promises in the Bible. Give your fears to God – He hears you and has promised to deliver you from fear. Check out Pastor Shane’s latest Blog post (video) that kicks off our fifth featured promise.  Read More

As we wrap up our March promise, we encourage you to take a few moments to reflect on this question: Have you responded to Jesus’ invitation to come to Him and find true rest? In today’s Blog post, Pastor Shane delves a bit deeper into this promise.  Read More

Be encouraged today by Amy Stuter’s Blog post, in which she candidly shares going through two incredibly challenging times – first the death of her mother as a young girl, and then her youngest son’s cancer diagnosis. Yet even in the midst of weariness, she and her family found peace and rest in Jesus. He offers this same rest to you today!  Read More

As a new widow, Jamey shares how, even in the midst of a significant personal hardship, she has experienced the riches of Jesus. And these riches prevail no matter what we face. You will be encouraged today by her wise, insightful and candid post.  Read More

In this week’s post, Pastor Matt shares a story from his childhood and three important truths that illustrate ways that God is with us. He also offers several simple action steps we can take today as we pursue God’s promises.  Read More

The Bible is filled with the promises of God…promises that God has uniquely made for you to anchor your life to. In this post, Pastor Shane personally invites each one of us to walk together throughout this year focused on the promises of God  Read More