by Janina Marie Rivera | Jun 27, 2019 | Blog
There are verses that I cling to during difficult days; verses that speak to me— that practically jump out! Though written centuries ago, the Word of God still fulfills its description of being “…alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword… .” (Heb.4:12)...
by Janina Marie Rivera | Mar 27, 2018 | Blog
Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. 1 Thess. 5:11 Everyone needs a word of encouragement. Around us, people may be grieving or are stressed out; others might be feeling hopeless and numb. We forget that sometimes,...
by Janina Marie Rivera | Jul 11, 2017 | Blog
“Now David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and his daughters. But David strengthened himself in the LORD his God.” 1 Samuel 30:6 If you’re having a bad day, imagine...
by Janina Marie Rivera | Apr 3, 2017 | Blog
When I read about Esther in the Bible, I cannot help but wonder at how God unraveled destiny in her life. Who would have thought that a beauty “contest” of sorts would land a crown on her head? And going further, who would have thought that as queen, Esther would have...