Hope and Healing for Moms

Sunday, April 30, 2017 Mom, Your Work Is Not In Vain! Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57-58 57  but thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 58  Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not  in  vain in the Lord. 2 Corinthians 2:14 But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of him everywhere. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Romans 8:37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. Psalm 98:1 A Psalm. Oh sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things! His right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him. Galatians 6:9 And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up....

Saturday, April 29, 2017 Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 2  If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but do not have love, I have become a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal.  2  If I have  the gift of  prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. 3  And if I give all my possessions to feed  the poor , and if I surrender my body to be burned, but do not have love, it profits me nothing. 1 Peter 4:8 Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness… 1 John 4:8 Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love. 1 Timothy 1:5 The aim of our charge is love that issues from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere f...

Thursday, April 27, 2017 My Shoulds 1 Corinthians 10:24 Let no one seek his own  good , but that of his neighbor. Philippians 2:4-5 Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus… 1 Corinthians 13:4 Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful. Philippians 2:3-5 Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus. John 13:34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. Devotional: Selfishness. It is really, really hard to take an honest look at it. As a w...

Wednesday, April 26, 2017 Let’s Clean House! Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 12  Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed that he does not fall.  13  No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it. Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Revelation 3:17-18 For you say, I am rich, I have prospered, and I need nothing, not realizing that you are wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked. I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire, so that you may be rich, and white garments so that you may clothe yourself and the shame of your nakedness may not be seen, and salve to anoint your eyes, so that you may see. Proverbs 28:14 Blessed is the one who fears the Lord always, b...

Tuesday, April 25, 2017 Humble Pie Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:18-19 Let no one deceive himself. If anyone among you thinks that he is wise in this age, let him become a fool that he may become wise. For the wisdom of this world is folly with God. For it is written, “He catches the wise in their craftiness…” Romans 12:16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight. Proverbs 3:7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction. Psalm 111:10-112:1 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever! Praise the Lord! Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in his commandments! 1 Timothy 1:5-7 The aim of our charge is love that i...

Monday, April 24, 2017 Honoring God in Our Bodies Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 19  Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own?  20  For you have been bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body. Ephesians 2:21-22 in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit. Romans 12:1 I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 1 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 1 Peter 2:5 you yourselves li...

Sunday, April 23, 2017 Scripture: Psalm 62:5-8 5  My soul, wait in silence for God only, For my hope is from Him. 6  He only is my rock and my salvation, My stronghold; I shall not be shaken. 7  On God my salvation and my glory  rest ; The rock of my strength, my refuge is in God. 8  Trust in Him at all times, O people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us.  Selah. Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. 1 Samuel 2:2 There is no one holy like the LORD; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God. Psalm 18:2 The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Deuteronomy 32:4 “The Rock, his work is perfect, for all his ways are justice. A God of faithfulness and without iniquity, just and upri...

Saturday, April 22, 2017 **Note: This was written specifically to a group of parents of strong willed children. If you are challenged with the parenting of  a strong willed child, please consider joining our safe, loving support group of parents. We are on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/574545625933789/ The Serenity of Surrender Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19 Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? Ezekiel 36:27 Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own Romans 8:9 You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you. Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him. Ephesians 2:21-22 in whom the whole structure, being joined together, grows into a holy temple in the Lord. In him you also are being built together into a dwelling place for God by the Spirit. Roma...

Friday, April 21, 2017 God Wants to Give You Understanding Scripture:s 1 Corinthians 2:14-16 14  But a natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually  appraised.  15  But he who is spiritual appraises all things, yet he himself is appraised by no one.  16  For who has known the mind of the Lord, that he will instruct Him? But we have the mind of Christ. Matthew 13:11-17 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. Those who are in the flesh cannot please Go...

Thursday, April 20, 2017 God’s Good Pleasure Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9 …but just as it is written, “Things which eye has not seen and ear has not heard, And  which  have not entered the heart of man, All that God has prepared for those who love Him.” Jeremiah 29:11 “…For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. James 1:12 Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. Psalm 31:19 Oh, how abundant is your goodness, which you have stored up for those who fear you and worked for those who take refuge in you, in the sight of the children of mankind! Romans 8:28 And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to  His  purpose. Jam...

Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Only Christ Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-2 1 And when I came to you, brethren, I did not come with superiority of speech or of wisdom, proclaiming to you the testimony of God.  2  For I determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and Him crucified. Galatians 6:14 But far be it from me to boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. Philippians 3:8, 10 Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ… that I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death…. Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh...

Tuesday, April 18, 2017 Waiting on the Lord, Being Still Scripture: Psalm 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Exodus 14:14 The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” Psalm 37:7 Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices! Mark 4:39 And he awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. Psalm 62:5 For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, for my hope is from him. Job 6:24 “Teach me, and I will be silent; make me understand how I have gone astray. Psalm 91:1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 23:1-2 A Psalm of ...

Monday, April 17, 2017 Resting in God Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 28  Come to Me, all  you  who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.  29  Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  30  For My yoke  is  easy and My burden is light.” Exodus 33:14 And he said, “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Jeremiah 31:25  “…For I will satisfy the weary soul, and every languishing soul I will replenish.” Psalm 46:10  “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” Isaiah 40:31 …but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength;     they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary;     they shall walk and not faint. Devotional: As I have been w...

Sunday, April 16, 2017 Up From The Grave! Scripture: Luke 24:1-7 Now on the first  day  of the week, very early in the morning, they, and certain  other women  with them, came to the tomb bringing the spices which they had prepared.  2  But they found the stone rolled away from the tomb.  3  Then they went in and did not find the body of the Lord Jesus.  4  And it happened, as they were greatly perplexed about this, that behold, two men stood by them in shining garments.  5  Then, as they were afraid and bowed  their  faces to the earth, they said to them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead?  6  He is not here, but is risen! Remember how He spoke to you when He was still in Galilee,  7  saying, ‘The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and the third day rise again.’” Revelation 1:17-18 17  And when I saw Him, I fell at H...

Thursday, April 13, 2017 God Desires to Supply the Needs of My Family Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13;19 11  Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content:  12  I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.  13  I can do all things through Christ [ b ]  who strengthens me. 19  And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.  20  Now to our God and Father  be  glory forever and ever. Amen. Matthew 6:31-34 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. “...