Author: Vanessa Taylor

“The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. From one man he made all… Continue reading Seek + Find

This is the message [of God’s promised revelation] which we have heard from Him and now announce to you, that God is Light [He is holy, His message is truthful, He is perfect in righteousness], and in Him there is no darkness at all [no sin, no wickedness, no imperfection]. If we say that we… Continue reading A Call to Confess

“Therefore become imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example], as well-beloved children [imitate their father]; and walk continually in love [that is, value one another—practice empathy and compassion, unselfishly seeking the best for others], just as Christ also loved you and gave Himself up for us, an offering and sacrifice to God [slain… Continue reading Purposeful Practice

“Never stop praying. Give thanks no matter what happens. God wants you to thank him because you believe in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 NIRV) REFLECTION  When everything unfolds as we had hoped, and all seems and feels good in our sphere of influence, then thanksgiving springs up rather easily. But, when we find ourselves… Continue reading Growing Gratitude

The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” (Luke 17:5 ESV) REFLECTION I pray that as our trust in our Creator deepens, we become bold believers of enduring faith, pointing others to the author and finisher of our faith, Jesus Christ, for “…there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other… Continue reading Preparing for Eternity

“But without faith it is impossible to [walk with God and] please Him, for whoever comes [near] to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He rewards those who [earnestly and diligently] seek Him.” (Hebrews 11:6 AMP) REFLECTION  On this first day of 2024, I invite you to join me in asking God… Continue reading Fuelling Faith

So we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are unseen; for the things which are visible are temporal [just brief and fleeting], but the things which are invisible are everlasting and imperishable. (2 Corinthians 4:18 AMP) REFLECTION  As 2023 wraps up, let’s look back with an awareness of God’s… Continue reading True Security

“Now faith is the assurance (title deed, confirmation) of things hoped for (divinely guaranteed), and the evidence of things not seen [the conviction of their reality—faith comprehends as fact what cannot be experienced by the physical senses].” Hebrews 11:1 (amp) REFLECTION  When (obvious) blessings abound and every kind of encouragement is easily found, I find… Continue reading Enduring Faith

“This saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”—and I am the worst of them. But I received mercy for this reason, so that in me, the worst of them, Christ Jesus might demonstrate his extraordinary patience as an example to those who would believe in… Continue reading Extraordinary Patience

“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36 NIV REFLECTION What does freedom look like to you? To me, it looks like flowing forward without fear, in step with the Holy Spirit, ablaze with passionate purpose and meaning. Living, moving and having my being in unforced rhythms of grace,… Continue reading Free to Flourish