Author Archives: L. Lyden

Make sure There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of what was called the Italian Regiment, a devout man and one who feared God with all his household, who gave alms generously to the people, and prayed to God always.  ~ Acts 10:1-2 This is one of my favorite accounts inContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

Listen “Listen closely to what I am saying. That’s one consolation you can give me. ~ Job 21:2 If you’ve ever had a close friend or loved one going through a tough time, you know how hard it can be to find the right words. Whether it’s a loss, a diagnosis, or a broken relationship,Continue reading “Job 21”

Temporary Triumphs The triumph of the wicked has been short lived and the joy of the godless has been only temporary? ~ Job 20:5 This chapter of Job is where Zophar comes on the scene.  We find out that he has been there the whole time and now finally, he speaks up with sharp andContinue reading “Job 20”

He still sees me “But as for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and he will stand upon the earth at last.” ~ Job 19:25 Today’s passage is one of the most gut-wrenching chapters in the entire Bible. It’s raw, painful, and honest. Job, once again, pours out the deep grief of being misunderstood,Continue reading “Job 19”

Words can hurt, but God heals “Surely the light of the wicked will be snuffed out. The sparks of their fire will not glow. ~ Job 18:5 This passage feels kind of harsh at first glance. Bildad, one of Job’s friends, speaks sharply, describing the downfall of the wicked in vivid detail. His intent wasContinue reading “Job 18”

 When Hope Feels Distant “Where then is my hope? As for my hope, who can see it?” – Job 17:15 There are seasons in life where hope feels out of reach. When the weight of loss, misunderstanding, or suffering presses hard, even the strongest believer can feel abandoned, unheard, and questioning the point of itContinue reading “Job 17”

He’s still the same Lord                       And Peter said to him, “Aeneas, Jesus the Christ heals you. Arise and make your bed.” Then he arose immediately.  Acts 9:32 When I was younger, I remember someone saying that healing and miracles ended with the apostles, that the twelve who walked with Jesus were the only ones whoContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

How to see multiplication Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace and were edified. and walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, they were multiplied.  Acts 9:31 I’ve been in plenty of church services where there was passionate talk about revival. People prayingContinue reading “From the Daily Dose Journal Series”

When prayer feels like pain Even now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and my advocate is on high. ~ Job 16:19 Yesterday we talked about going into your secret place to pray and to meet with God honestly, consistently, and personally. But what do you do when even your prayers feel heavy? When youContinue reading “Job 16”

When they just  don’t get it “What do you know that we do not know? What do you understand that is not in us?” ~ Job 15:9 This chapter in Job is one of those chapters that doesn’t feel encouraging at first glance. Eliphaz, one of Job’s friends, responded to Job’s cries with criticism andContinue reading “Job 15”