What if God’s ‘NO,’ is really a gift? His way to protect us from what we cannot see, provide something better than we can imagine, or be part of the process of growing us closer to Him.
LYSA TERKEURSTWe need to make sure our activities and our attitudes line up with what pleases God first and foremost. Wherever we focus our attention the most will become the driving force in our lives.
More Lysa TerKeurst Quotes
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We need to make peace with who we are so insecurities don’t become a distraction to how we live. Just because I sometimes feel insecure doesn’t mean I have to be insecure.
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No matter your age, stage of life, or circumstances, don’t forget to dare to dream with God. You don’t have to figure anything out. Just keep saying yes to Him, in big ways and small, and watch what He does.
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I was made for more than being stuck in a vicious cycle of defeat. I am not made to be a victim of my poor choices. I was made to be a victorious child of God.
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It is a rare and beautiful thing when we choose to offer love in situations when most people would choose to scorn or ignore.
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Just because we feel offended doesn’t mean we must be offended. Feelings are indicators not dictators.
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You have the exact qualities God knew your kids would need in a mother. Each day, hold up your willingness and ask God to make you the best version of you that you can possibly be.
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If I really want an unrushed life, I must underwhelm my schedule so God has room to overwhelm my soul.
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When feelings of inadequacy come creeping in, let’s park our minds in God’s truth.
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Lord, help me to see what comes my way as an opportunity instead of an inconvenience.
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It’s not my perfect performance that captures God’s attention. It’s my complete dependence on Him that He notices.
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The only way our faith can strengthen is if we use it.
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Nothing done with the focus on God is ever a waste of time.
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Dear Lord, forgive me for all of the times I’ve compared myself to others. I know that You have hand-picked all of my qualities. Help me to see these things as beautiful reminders of Your great love in creating me as Your daughter. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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I so desperately want my words to be indicative of how deeply and completely I love my people.
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Whatever has you afraid, angry, intimidated or frustrated tonight – take it to our all-powerful and all-capable God. He has the answer.
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