We have a very real God with a very real presence.

One person can bring favor to many during the storm.

Picture God nudging you and me awake before dawn because He can hardly wait to be with us.

We must be careful to avoid spiritual elitism. Everything we are and anything we possess as believers in Christ is a gift of grace. Pure hearts before God must be cleansed from any hint of spiritual pride.

In my morning time with God, I ask Him to fill all my hollow places with His lavish, unfailing love. This frees me from craving the approval of others and requiring them to fill up my “cup.” Then, if someone takes the time to demonstrate his or her love for me, that's the overflow! I am free to appreciate and enjoy it, but I didn't emotionally require it!

What I thought as a young adult is you act like you have it together whether or not you do because that is what church people do. That is not what God has called us to do.

A pair of hands clasped in earnest prayer is the best means we have this side of heaven to hang onto Jesus for dear life.