by Bonnie Dorough | Oct 27, 2014 | Knowing God
My older daughter is a mastermind at stretching out her nighttime routine. We read stories, tell God a few things we are thankful for, and end in a prayer. I usually say, “Okay, time for bed. Goodnight, I love you.” Then she adds, “But...
by Bonnie Dorough | Oct 20, 2014 | Knowing God
Dear Friend, The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. (John 10:10 ESV) The devil wants to steal, kill, and destroy our relationship with God and others. He wants to steal our joy, our assurance of...
by Bonnie Dorough | Oct 13, 2014 | Knowing God
Dear Friend, For as he thinks in his heart, so [is] he. (Proverbs 23:7a NKJV) Have you ever asked yourself, “Do I really live like I am righteous in Christ?” What would that look like? Have you spent day after day feeling bad, guilty, and condemned about anything...
by Bonnie Dorough | Oct 13, 2014 | Knowing God
Dear Friend, For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive in the Spirit. – 1Peter 3:18a NIV While righteousness brings us close to God, looking at our mistakes...
by Bonnie Dorough | Oct 7, 2014 | Fear, Worry & Anxiety
Years ago, I stumbled upon a song that I quickly fell in love with – “Oceans” by Hillsong. I would close my eyes and sing the lyrics day after day until one day, I actually listened to what I was professing. “Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders. Let...
