by Joanna Sarver | Dec 13, 2019 | Daily Devotional
When expectation and reality do not match, we often have a strong response. We are elated when the car repair bill is far less than estimated, and just as easily frustrated when a home appliance goes on the fritz. The longer we live, our expectations become more...
by Joanna Sarver | Aug 23, 2019 | Daily Devotional
Alignment is part of standard automobile maintenance. It brings a vehicle into proper positioning and configuration so that tires wear evenly, the vehicle travels straight and contact is even with the road surface. When out of alignment, a vehicle pulls to one side or...
by Joanna Sarver | Jul 19, 2019 | Daily Devotional
No unbelief made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, — Romans 4:20 The apostle Paul, author of the book of Romans, is talking about Abraham. He references Abraham for his exceptional faith. Faith is a...
by Joanna Sarver | Jun 14, 2019 | Daily Devotional
The book of Matthew records Jesus on a mountain preaching the sermon we now call The Beatitudes. During this time, Jesus taught his listeners to pray. The Lord’s Prayer begins with, “Our Father…” With two simple words, Jesus drew his family...
by Joanna Sarver | May 31, 2019 | Daily Devotional
Faith is never more tested than in difficult times. In the midst of hard circumstances, we may find ourselves asking where God is or what he is going to do about what we are experiencing. Often there are more questions than answers. What do we do when times are tough...
by Joanna Sarver | Mar 22, 2019 | Daily Devotional
In various countries around the world it is customary to select a new first name when one converts to Christianity. Commonly referred to as the “Christian name,” it is carefully considered before being chosen. Much like naming a child, the meaning and...