I do not run aimlessly; I do not box as one beating the air. 1 Corinthians 9:26 Athletes are all completely focused on the task at hand and the achievement of their goal. You don’t see runners going in different directions around the track hoping to cross the line at some stage. You also don’t… Continue reading Completely Focused
Author: Carolyn Dawson
I am a writer of Bible devotions, a writer of songs and occasionally a writer of poems. I am also a Christian, so I suppose you could call me a Christian writer. My first book - aptly named 'The Narrow Path' will be published in September 2024. I live in Northern Ireland and when I get the opportunity, I love to travel.
An Open Ear and An Open Hand
Whoever closes his ear to the cry of the poor will himself call out and not be answered. Proverbs 21:13 At this time of year there are a lot of different organisations and charities who endeavour to do a little bit extra for those who find themselves in difficult circumstances. People are generous all year… Continue reading An Open Ear and An Open Hand
Walking Forward
The Lord God has opened my ear, and I was not rebellious; I turned not backward. Isaiah 50:5 At some point in the believer’s life, the word of God was heard, the truth of salvation was realised and the walk with the Lord began. Sadly, not everyone that starts the walk will continue walking to… Continue reading Walking Forward
A Tender Strength
A bruised reed he will not break, and a faintly burning wick he will not quench; he will faithfully bring forth justice. Isaiah 42:3 We all have battles that we must face and very rarely do we come out unscathed, even from the ones we win. Fighting the good fight can leave us feeling drained,… Continue reading A Tender Strength
On The Move
Now the Lord said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you.” Genesis 12:1 Abram was 75 years old when he got called by God to a new destination; a journey from Haran to Canaan. In verse 4 we are told that… Continue reading On The Move
Who’s Calling?
(God) who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began. 2 Timothy 1:9 Have you ever wondered what God is calling you to do, or have you worried that you… Continue reading Who’s Calling?
Code of Conduct
To do righteousness and justice is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice. Proverbs 21:3 Sacrificing was something that the Jewish people of bible times new well, for it was part of their worship to, and of, the Lord. The danger is, when complacency sets in and worship becomes simply ritualistic, the true meaning of… Continue reading Code of Conduct
Live Free
You were bought with a price, do not become slaves of men. 1 Corinthians 7:23 This verse is clear and concise, reiterating a truth and issuing a command. Our salvation may have brought us freedom and we may have freely received the wonderful gift of eternal life, but it was the most expensive free gift… Continue reading Live Free
In Every Season
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6 When the psalmist looks back over all that the Lord has done for him, he sees that the care of the Shepherd has been immense. Every need in every… Continue reading In Every Season
Through the valley
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 In springtime, both eastern and western shepherds lead their sheep to high hills and mountain top plateaus for summer grazing. They choose the… Continue reading Through the valley
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