Chad

The Storm

I want to be like Jesus. I think this is the heart that every Christian should desire. But as I ask the Lord to make me more and more like His Son, I somehow assume in my heart that this will come without storms, fires, and winds. When these things come and try my...

TRUST HIM

Gods been asking me to trust HIM. To step out in faith, ignoring the circumstances that seem to contradict, the feelings that draw me away, and the thoughts of unbelief, and simply TRUST HIM. I can get so worked up with worry, fear, and care about the future and the...

Wait…and Be Encouraged!

I have never really thought about the concept of God waiting upon us! But it's so true because He does wait upon us! Part of that waiting involves Him building more and more of the character of His Son in us! God desires to bless us sooo much! But He knows that His...

Journey…Northwoods…Spanish

I thought that my last trip to the Northwoods was my last trip!...but God has a way of surprising us sometimes! This Journey will be different, because it's in Spanish. =) I know this will be a stretch for me...but I am so thankful that God knows both languages LOL. I...

Surrender and Be Strengthened

I was so encouraged last night as I read this entry in "Streams in the Desert." Maybe it's because I often find myself grasping and clinging on to those things that are near to my heart! I have this belief that if I hold onto them, I will find security, satisfaction,...

He Thinks of Me

"...Yet the Lord thinketh upon me: thou art my help and my deliverer; make no tarrying, O my God." (Psalm 40:17 KJV) Those five words captivated my attention as I read them..."the Lord thinks upon me." My attention was riveted there. Wait! You mean to tell me that God...

O Chambers ~ July 5th

This morning, I woke up with a lot on my heart and I really needed to hear this!...it's amazing to me how God will always be faithful to us and He is always there to pick us up when we stumble and when we fall! I stand amazed and overwhelmed. Be encouraged and blessed...

Blood Bought Freedom

Happy Independence Day!  This song has been a big inspiration to me to think not only of the men and women who have given their very lives for the cause of freedom, but also our wonderful Savior. His sacrificial blood has given freedom from sin and death to all...

End of Sacramento Conference

The week has been so full. Full of business, work, fellowship, excitement, Starbucks, LOL... and the list goes on! Amidst all the business and noise...I find a lot of strength and encouragement from the wisdom of others. Recently I have been so blessed by "Streams in...

In California

It seems like words such as "Travel, Busy, Fun, and Adventure" describe life this past month. But there are also words that describe who God has been to me during these times, such as "Faithful, Merciful, Patient, Loving, and Kind." This week, I am working with the...