Soothing sunset - photo by Jill Rushbrook “Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like this?” “From childhood,” he answered. “It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.” “ ‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is… Continue reading Who else but God can?
Bright leaf on moss - photo by Jill Rushbrook Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-8 NIV When you don't understand, leave it all in His hands. His… Able Ephesians 3:20-21… Continue reading His Hands
Sunflowers with a glowing moon - photo by Jill Rushbrook Then the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah: “I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me? Jeremiah 32:26-27 NIV I got used to thinking that it’s up to meTo figure out what's to beTo problem solve and… Continue reading Nothing is too hard for God
Bright moon in blue night sky - photo by Jill Rushbrook Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 NIV Is peace truly ruling in my heart?It's not often the place that I startI usually begin with worry… Continue reading Persistent Peace
Soft light on perennials - photo by Jill Rushbrook Maybe this challenge you're facing ispreparation for the path set before youBy a God who adores youAnd the trial is more than a test It's a testimony that's being writtenWaiting to be shared To lead others to the truthGod only allows what He will useHe is… Continue reading Into the Light
Milkweed blooms - photo by Jill Rushbrook Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. James 1:2-4 NIV Not only so,… Continue reading Purpose in Pain
Pink ribbons by moonlight - photo by Jill Rushbrook "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy… Continue reading Rely and Rest
Sunbeams on barn - photo by Jill Rushbrook John 16:33 ESVI have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”Hebrews 12:28-29 ESVTherefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus… Continue reading He Remains
Bookmark found walking in winter - photo by Jill Rushbrook Psalms 91:11-12 NIVFor he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.Matthew 26:53 NIVDo you think I cannot call on my… Continue reading Divine Protection
Stonewall and windswept sky - photo by Jill Rushbrook I myself will tend my sheep and have them lie down, declares the Sovereign Lord. I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I… Continue reading The Good Shepherd
