by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living, Faith, God's Faithfulness
The Book of Judges tells us the fascinating story of Gideon and how his faith, obedience, vigilance, trust, and valor led him to victory. Gideon, meaning great warrior, was the fifth judge of Israel, whom God called to judge her for idol worship. After Gideon...
by Joy Bollinger | Burdened, Weary
I was praying and this verse crossed my mind, “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28 NIV). As I meditated on this scripture, several thoughts came to mind. The word “burdened” is defined as...
by Joy Bollinger | Holy Spirit, Hope
I was sixteen when my Dad died at age 45 of a heart attack. Devastated, angry, and confused, I wanted to know why God took our Dad. Without a relationship with...
by Joy Bollinger | Encouragement, Trusting God
You have probably heard the statement, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” I am always amazed how God takes life’s challenges and mistakes and bring good from them…if we TRUST and HEED the Holy Spirit’s guidance. So, if things...
by Joy Bollinger | Believe, Faith, Trusting God
I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert (Isaiah 43:19). Have you believed God for something, but the answer has been long in coming? Maybe you are questioning God’s plan for your life, or you are simply questioning God. April 25, we...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, Surrendered
I awoke at 3:00 a.m., unable to sleep. As I prayed, I began to sing in my mind. “I surrender all; I surrender all. All to thee my blessed Savior, I surrender all.” Suddenly, the Lord spoke into my spirit, “Have you really surrendered...
