"The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you." (Psalm 9:9-10 NKJ)"Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may...
"So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom. Return, O LORD! How long? Have pity on Your servants! Satisfy us in the morning with Your steadfast love, that we may rejoice and be glad all our days." (Psalm 90:12-14 ESV)If someone asks if you are...
"Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7 NKJV)Many of the recent devotional publications through the Nugget have been focussing on the central themes of troubled times, trials, dealing with problems, going through life's valleys, etc. All...
"Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." (Isa 40:31, NIV)I feel like I am brand-new. Truly I am flying like an eagle. Bye-bye sleep apnea. Goodbye...
When my oldest son left home for university last fall, I did not deal with it well.I know, I know. It happens to every parent. It is not only a normal part of growing up, but it is also a sign of a mature, independent child! They don't stay home forever!So what was my...
"Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall." (Prov 16:18 NIV)Israel was facing impossible odds: 900 iron chariots against men on foot (See Judges 4:3), experienced warriors against 2 women with no experience at all in warfare. In now-a-days terms...
Have you ever tried to make a geyser erupt? No matter how hard you try, you won't have much success.Or will you?In the past, the New Zealand government used prisoners to build up the Waiotapu region on the north island. These convicts planted trees and built roads,...