The Sin of Ingratitude I recently read Psalm 106:12-14, “Then believed they his words; they sang his praise. They soon forgat his works; they waited not for his counsel: But lusted exceedingly in the wilderness, and tempted God in the desert.” Does this describe your life? As I read this, the Lord spoke to my… Continue reading The Sin of Ingratitude
Author: heatherhelmering
What if Their Wives Had Said No?
As wives, we often hear how we should support our husbands and submit to his leadership. To that, I would agree completely. We are told that our submission and support are commands given to us by God, and in honoring our husbands, we also honor God. Again, I would agree. Today, I want to take… Continue reading What if Their Wives Had Said No?
The Correction of God
The correction of God isn’t a particularly enjoyable topic to think about. We usually prefer to focus on His love, mercy, grace, and forgiveness. However, to have the best understanding of God, we must look at His character in its entirety. God is also just and holy, and He desires to cultivate those characteristics in… Continue reading The Correction of God
In All Thy Ways
Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Let’s start with a few definitions. Trust: to be confident or sure All: every one, the whole number of particulars Heart: the seat of affections… Continue reading In All Thy Ways
To the Spouse That is at Church Alone on Sunday
As I sat in church today and looked around, I saw many friends, familiar faces, and visitors. One caught my attention. A wife that was at church without her husband. This isn’t the first week she’s come alone, this is the norm for her. And her children. As I glanced around the auditorium, God reminded… Continue reading To the Spouse That is at Church Alone on Sunday
To the Spouse That is Home Alone on Sunday
Do you find yourself at home on Sundays because your spouse goes to church? If so, you’re in the right place. I’m not going to belittle you, beg you to go with them, or berate you for staying home. I want to offer you a different point of view. When one spouse goes to church… Continue reading To the Spouse That is Home Alone on Sunday
Where is Your Focus
The account of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38-42 is a well-known passage of Scripture. It is often used to encourage worship over service, to which I would completely agree. I’d like to take a look at Mary’s worship. Mary and Martha are sisters, Martha appearing to be the elder of the two. As the… Continue reading Where is Your Focus
Vain Repetitions
“But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.” Matthew 6:7 KJV Have you ever read that and decided to stop praying for something? Maybe you were praying about a burden, but weren’t sure if your prayers were vain repetitions. … Continue reading Vain Repetitions
Love is Necessary to Successful Prayer
“And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.” 1 John 4:16 KJV God desires for you to have faith in Him after salvation. He also desires for you to love Him and rest in… Continue reading Love is Necessary to Successful Prayer
Happy New Year!
I hope you are having a good start to the new year! I just want to take a moment to share my heart with you. 2025 held a lot for my family and for me personally. Some highlights: My son started his last year of high school, my daughter started 4th grade, I got promoted… Continue reading Happy New Year!