Tag Archives: Perseverance

Raise the Bar

Posted on July 14, 2021 by Arrow

The 2021 Olympics are looming! Between July 23 and August 8, we will be awed by new world records, stories of overcomers, and testimonies of perseverance. We will watch and cheer wildly as athletes compete and attempt the ‘never been … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Whisper ~ Victory in the Valley

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Arrow

… even IF or even WHEN the worst happens, we are not alone and God has a plan.
Finally, if you’re NOT going through a valley right now, you will or you have. Praise God for the mountains and hills for they strengthen us for the valleys. And remember, the cool, refreshing streams are found in the valleys. Continue reading →

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Wednesday Whisper ~ The Potter’s Clay

Posted on February 26, 2020 by Arrow

We are but clay in our Creator Father’s hands. Some days, we may be tempted to jump off the potter’s wheel because being transformed can be a painful and lengthy process. But we can be reassured God has a plan and purpose in mind for each of us crazy lumps of clay. He can shape us and mold us into amazing works of art, treasures of His design, when we surrender to His will and allow Him to do His work in our lives. Continue reading →

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Wednesday Whisper ~ Press Pause

Posted on January 22, 2020 by Arrow

Typically, the tests of faith we experience vary, but sometimes, we face the same crisis repeatedly until we pass the test. We haughtily view Israel’s lack of faith, but most likely follow a similar pattern. Increasing stress builds till at the panic point, we implode or explode without a thought given to the One who could intervene for us. Continue reading →

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Wed. Whisper ~ Overwhelming Hope

Posted on September 18, 2019 by Arrow

Isaiah 40:31 reminds us, “but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (NIV) Preacher Robert Morris explains that soaring like an eagle provides a better perspective of our circumstances; not becoming weary means we have extra energy stored up for later; and not fainting indicates we have a deeper determination to persevere. Continue reading →

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I Pray Because

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Arrow

So, I pray because You’re really there
I pray because You really care
I pray because You hear and power release
I pray because a difference makes
I pray because that’s what it takes
For blessings from heav’n to earth to increase Continue reading →

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