Immanuel ~ God is with me!

The difficult circumstances in our lives, many times, are not changed by God.  He may not change our circumstances, our jobs or our marriages.  But, He changes us for His purposes and His glory in those very situations. Take Joseph’s life as an example. (NASB) Genesis 39:21-23 “But the Lord was with Joseph and extended […]

The Crucible of Circumstances

Crucible: a severe test or trial; especially, one that causes a lasting change or influence. The crucible of testing in challenging circumstances… will result in refinement and maturity. That sounds wonderful, doesn’t it?  However, it will be up to the individual involved whether he/she is refined and matured by God’s hand.  Rejecting or resenting God’s […]