How many of us, at one time or another, have found our identity in someone or something else? I know I have. I went to this person for everything. I even saw myself and my value through his eyes. But when things changed and we grew apart, what I saw in his eyes...

Speaking from my old life and what I see today in ministry, we don't like to deal with our wounds. We stuff, cope, bury, neglect, forget, and band-aid what has happened in our past. And we think that time and all these things will help. But what I love about Jesus is...

So why do you think God wanted the manna in a jar? Could it be that He desired the generations to come to have a reminder of how He had provided for His people in the desert? It would be a great conversation starter, wouldn't it? "What's in the jar?" But what about in...

No matter what season of life you are in right now - trust that Jesus is walking with you! "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 💢Stay Connected:💟Website:...

There are at least 36 verses on humility in the Bible, but no more significant example than when we look to Jesus. He left His throne in Heaven to come and live with us. And while He was here, He served. Paul writes in Philippians 2:3-7, "Do nothing out of selfish...

Don't let the enemy stop you from stepping into everything the Lord has planned for you! Rise up, take courage, and do it! 💢Stay Connected:💟Website: https://ammiebouwman.com💟Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ammie-bouwman💟Donate:...

Imagine for a moment Simon Peter and his job as a fisherman. He goes out at night when fishing is best - but cast after cast, he turns up nothing and worries about providing for his family. He plans and schemes and questions God - only to find his boat empty as the...

How often are we tempted to lash out and say something rude to someone when they have attempted to hurt or offend us? Our ego, our pride, screams, "Don't take that from them! Don't let them treat you that way!" But as we watch Jesus move throughout the Gospels, we...

It's hard to believe that Jesus loves us like this, but He does. When we go astray, He pursues us and brings us home - rejoicing that we are once again in His arms. Are you feeling lost today? Cry out to the Shepherd who is searching for you! 3 "Then Jesus told them...

In Luke 10:25-37, we read of an expert in the law trying to test Jesus. He asked what he must do to inherit eternal life. Jesus asked the man, "What do you think? How do you read it?" The man answered, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul...