That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, … Continue reading “Rooted And Unmoving”
Category: Encouragement
Get Rooted in God’s Love!
“And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ….” -Ephesians 3:17b-18, NIV The Good News–i.e. the Gospel–starts with this unfathomable thought: The God of the Universe knows and … Continue reading “Get Rooted in God’s Love!”
Like A Boss
“No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, And their righteousness is from Me,” Says the Lord. -Isaiah 54:17, NKJV Too often we, faithful spouses, do not give ourselves enough credit for what we … Continue reading “Like A Boss”
What If I Want Her To Burn In Hell?
God is an honest judge. He is angry with the wicked every day. – Psalm 7:11, NLT What if I want him/her to burn in Hell… for what he/she did to me (and the kids)? Anger is an appropriate response to evil perpetrated against one. And I think God is understanding of this strong emotional … Continue reading “What If I Want Her To Burn In Hell?”
What’s Up With That, God?!
YOU gave me a vision, a dream. This dream had me promoted to a place of prominence, honor, and power. Then YOU allowed those closest to me to betray me forcing me to leave my home country against my will. What’s Up With That, God?! You established me eventually in this new country granting me … Continue reading “What’s Up With That, God?!”
My “Dirty Nerdy Moments” Theory
I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well. -Psalm 139:14, KJV Part of the healing journey after adultery discovery and divorce is learning and embracing the person God has made you to be. It means casting off the denigrating lies of … Continue reading “My “Dirty Nerdy Moments” Theory”
Best Years
They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. – Psalm 126:5, KJV A couple of pastors predicted–i.e. prophesied–this when I was going through the deep valleys of adultery discovery and divorce. They both told me that I would one day remarry and have a family. Both spoke life over me. But I had a … Continue reading “Best Years”
Cheaters Underestimate Faithful Spouses’ Worth
Look at the ravens. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for God feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than any birds! – Luke 12:24, NLT Words are weighted. It is harder to dismiss hurtful words from someone who is close to us than from some stranger. … Continue reading “Cheaters Underestimate Faithful Spouses’ Worth”
My Ambivalence Towards “Men’s Ministries”
As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. – Proverbs 27:17, NIV Maybe it is just my own story and bad experiences, but these days I am highly skeptical of “Men’s Ministries” (or “Women’s Ministries”). They are often sold as places for men and women to deal with deep issues with their own gender. … Continue reading “My Ambivalence Towards “Men’s Ministries””
Was Jesus “Damaged Goods”?
Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. -Isaiah 53:4-5, KJV Satan is not … Continue reading “Was Jesus “Damaged Goods”?”