(A hand holding up a palm frond.) Palm Sunday marks the first day of Holy Week for believers worldwide. Jesus began his journey to the cross with a triumphal parade through Jerusalem. As crowds joyfully mobbed Him, Jesus never lost focus on his priorities. Instead, he made provision for his disciples and invited them to participate with … Continue reading Can I Stand in Palm Sunday Promises? Psalm 116
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Leaving and Lament: Psalm 17
(A woman is seated with her head bowed down.) 1 Hear me, Lord, my plea is just; listen to my cry. Hear my prayer—it does not rise from deceitful lips. 2 Let my vindication come from you; may your eyes see what is right. Psalm 17:1-2 NIV 3 Though you probe my heart, though you … Continue reading Leaving and Lament: Psalm 17
Is There an Antidote for Envy? Psalm 73
(woman scrolling on her phone) Warning! Continuous scrolling on social media may cause soul damage. Have you ever started your day by scrolling through social media while sipping coffee on the couch? Checking out a few curated images on Instagram? Reading personal opinions on Twitter? Looking for recipes on Pinterest? Checking out status updates on … Continue reading Is There an Antidote for Envy? Psalm 73
Have You Seen the Kingdom of God? Psalm 97
The image of a candlelight service on New Year’s Eve of 1987 is forever emblazoned in my mind’s eye. This midnight service was the closing ceremony for Intervarsity’s five-day Missions Conference called Urbana. The stadium where we met was full of college students that evening, all joining their voices in praising God. The stadium lights … Continue reading Have You Seen the Kingdom of God? Psalm 97
Can You Keep Watch on Christmas Eve? Psalm 46
Take a moment in the days leading up to Christmas to light a candle and pause. I know you don’t have time. Could taking a moment of quietly being present in this season could provide the endurance needed to continue your own journey into the Christmas season? This is the marathon and not the sprint. … Continue reading Can You Keep Watch on Christmas Eve? Psalm 46
How Can I Say Yes to Kingdom-Size Assignments? Psalm 28
I can still remember the absolute shock I felt standing holding the phone in the middle of shared office space at Texas A&M in August of 1991. "Your pregnancy test was positive," the nurse from my doctor's office said. I found myself slowly sitting down as joy and utter confusion washed over me. How could … Continue reading How Can I Say Yes to Kingdom-Size Assignments? Psalm 28
Are you feeling lost, disoriented, or out of time in this season of Advent? Psalm 25
Decades before GPS was available at my fingertips, my children and I roamed the earth in a Honda minivan, getting lost on many occasions. The only thing worse than getting lost with your own young children is getting lost with your friends’ children at the Houston Zoo. Had I been to the Zoo before? Sure, … Continue reading Are you feeling lost, disoriented, or out of time in this season of Advent? Psalm 25
How Do I Hold Fast to the Blessed Hope? Psalm 24
A photo of an Advent Wreath on the Second Sunday of Advent. In the days and weeks leading up to Christmas Day, I find my schedule filling to overflowing. Amazing events celebrating the season sprinkle across my calendar. Each neat square gets covered like an overly decorated Christmas cookie. And as a mother, grandmother, wife, … Continue reading How Do I Hold Fast to the Blessed Hope? Psalm 24
An Advent Interruption – Psalm 16
(An Advent Wreath with the first candle lighted. ) This time of year, Christmas can feel like a destination found at the top of Mount Everest. So, loaded down with a backpack full of expectations, I slowly make forward progress up the mountain. Interrupting my expedition, the Lord invites me into the season of Advent. … Continue reading An Advent Interruption – Psalm 16
Hide and Seek: Where do I go to be more Present with God? Psalm 27
God loves for me to be fully present with Him. As I pray through Psalm 27, I am reminded of all God is doing for me.
Anthea Kotlan 