Happy March! We’re back on YouTube with a new Ask LizMargaret video!
In today’s Q&A, we’re tackling a lot of important topics, like trusting God with the little details of our lives, making Christian friends and finding a faith community, forgiveness, and how to encourage others to read the Bible. Whew. We’re about to get deep.
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“But as for me, I will look to the Lord; I will wait for the God of my salvation; my God will hear me.”
(Micah 7:7 ESV)
Prayer has transformed my life.
I’ve witnessed countless answered prayers. I’ve seen the Lord answer the prayers of friends and family. I’ve seen Him answer my own prayers. I’ve seen Him transform situations and people. I’ve experienced His provision. I’ve seen God move overnight, or within minutes, because of prayer.
But there’s also unanswered prayer.
I’ve encountered this many times, and chances are, you have as well. You may have experienced the pain, confusion, or heartache of a particular circumstance in your life that, for some reason, seems to be immovable or unchanging even after years.
There comes a point where you may think, God, I’ve done everything I could. What am I supposed to do now?
At the start of 2023, I don’t know where you are today or what unanswered prayers come to mind, but I can tell you this: In moments like these, you have the opportunity to encounter the richest, deepest lessons and transformation. There is more for you, even now — and you can be comforted and amazed at how much God can move in these seasons.
Recently, the book of Daniel has reminded me of the tremendous power of prayer and worship. You’re probably familiar with the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego facing the fiery furnace, but there’s also so much wisdom and encouragement from the events that take place beforehand. In the first three chapters of Daniel, here’s what we can learn about how to show up faithfully and recognize God’s hand, even in the midst of prayers that seem to go unanswered:
Do you find it challenging to hear God’s voice? Have you ever felt confused about where He’s leading you? Do you sometimes feel like God is just silent?
Being Led by God is a five-day look into understanding God’s voice and His leading in your life. This devotional is a FREE digital download you can read anytime.
And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek you.
(Psalm 9:10 ESV)
I’ve been curious about the topic of hearing God’s voice for a long time.
To think that an all-powerful and all-knowing God loves us so much that He desires a personal relationship with us through His son Jesus Christ. The same God who is perfect (Deuteronomy 32:4), capable of doing the impossible (Luke 18:27), and created all things (Colossians 1:16) sees me, sees you, and wants to be involved in our lives. (I’m in awe of that!)
But I remember being confused about what it actually looked like to hear Him and follow His voice in my everyday life.
Continue reading “What I Got Wrong About Hearing God’s Voice”
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.
(Isaiah 26:3 ESV)
What’s one area of your life that seems impossible? The hardest to overcome, the hardest to have faith, the hardest to redeem. It could be a situation, a struggle, an insecurity, a belief — a particular area where, at some point, doubt seeped in and has never left.
I’ve recently learned that if there’s any place you should never doubt yourself, it’s at a roller skating rink.
Yes, really.
Continue reading “Let God’s Voice Be The Loudest Voice In Your Life”
Let’s be honest: It can be extremely hard to shake the feeling of fear. One moment it seeps into your mind, and the next thing you know, you’re in an endless cycle of worry. But here’s the beautiful truth: God has promises for your life to give you peace even in uncertainty and doubt. No matter your circumstances, you have access to freedom from your Heavenly Father.
We’re tackling fear, the future, and finding peace in today’s Bible study on Matthew 6:25-34.
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Hey, friends! The blog is back, and I’m so excited to share a NEW video with you.
God’s Word is filled with incredible wisdom on the heart — and Proverbs 4:23 gives us a clear and familiar instruction: “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life” (NLT). We’re diving into this verse and looking at what it truly means to guard our heart. Today’s devotional will give you practical tips from scripture on how to manage your heart and mind, and ultimately, how it can transform your life.
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Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
(Psalms 139:23-24 NIV)
Imagine the amount of preparation that goes into a wedding.
I had a tiny glimpse into the process several months ago as my brother and now sister-in-law planned for their wedding day in February. There were hours, days, weeks, and months of preparation. Selecting the right date, finalizing the guests list, figuring out the venue, finding the right dress, the right tux, the photographer, the food, the bridesmaids, the groomsmen — the seemingly endless list goes on.
But this entire season of planning, preparation, refining, and getting even the smallest details right were all for one special long-awaited day.
Doesn’t that sound familiar?
Continue reading “When God Gets Your Attention | Peace in the Storm (Part Two)”
Hey, all! I hope you’ve been staying safe and at peace during this time. I pray that even with the coronavirus outbreak, we hold onto wisdom and faith — and not fear. I’ve been thinking more and more about who God is and the fact that He is faithful and all-powerful, especially when we face challenging and unpredictable moments on earth.
And with that, I hope to give you some encouragement with a NEW video that’s up on the blog today!
I’ve been asked some thought-provoking faith questions over time, so I felt it’d be helpful to compile them all in a Faith Q&A on my YouTube channel. Here are some topics can you expect:
Plus way more! Click below to watch:
Do you believe that God can sustain you? Your Heavenly Father promises He will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5), that He cares about what you go through (1 Peter 5:7), and that He will fight for you (Exodus 14:14). In every circumstance, He will meet you where you are.
Whether you’re looking for strength, comfort, protection, assurance, wisdom, peace, or understanding, God promises that He will provide for you and supply all your needs. If you need reminders of His provision, check out these 12 Bible verses on God’s promise to sustain you.
Continue reading “12 Bible Verses on God’s Promise to Sustain You”
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