Author: Heidi Viars

  • Grace Like Snow

    There may be times in our lives, when our souls seem barren, dry and even dead. Here, we may not find strength to dare to believe life will ever come back. However, in these dark places, we still are given a chance to shine His grace through our lives. In…

  • Complete Surrender

    Complete surrender acknowledges God’s sovereign control and trusts in the working together of all things. Complete surrender sees that all things belong to God, loved ones, joys, gratitude, and contentment as well as hurt relationships, pain, hunger, and longing. Complete surrender trusts in the times that make no sense, as…

  • One Single Step

    A single drop of water may seem insignificant in a storm, but looking at it closely displays such beauty and design. A single cup of water may seem like a waste in a raging ocean, but to a thirsty person, it can bring life. This morning I found myself at…

  • Deuteronomy 20:4

    Lord, You are the One who fights for me. I can rest in knowing You are sovereign. Deuteronomy 20:4

  • Determination

    On an early morning walk, my husband and I came across a Pileated Woodpecker. The bird was hammering away at its food on a tree along our path. I stood amazed at the bird’s zeal to go after what he was looking for. I also marveled at God’s creativity. The…

  • Your Grace Is Sufficient

    I’ve eaten, drank, and danced enough. Found joy for a short time. I’ve bought, and borrowed so much stuff, Contentment couldn’t find. * I’ve looked for people come to fill My deepest heart’s desire. I’ve tried to make them do my will, And ended us in mire. * Help me…

  • Happy Thanksgiving

    Thank You Father, for providing a way to draw near to You. Thank You for Jesus Christ. Hebrews 10:19-25 “Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that…

  • Boxes from the Heart

    Find out how you can help Hurricane Sandy disaster victims by going to Boxes from the Heart Connecting the Body of Christ one family at a time. You can listen to an interview on Moody Radio here … Interview with Nancy Turner on WBMI Moody Radio Chicago

  • Thanks-giving in all Circumstances

    His voice was gentle and quiet as he told me about his loss. He had put everything in his business, had even put his home up for collateral  for the new equipment. The news was not good. The new computerized washers and dryers in his laundry mat on Staten Island,…

  • Truth

    When we set out to find truth, God is faithful to show us. God honors a deep desire for the truth in our hearts. He provides glimpses of Himself and His truth all around us. * We must slow down to see them, and come down from our lofty places…