<p>A walk through the Bible tells a different story. We find that the people God used the most were in the most turbulent times of their lives.</p>

<p>&nbsp;Faith, Hope, and Surrender “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.” Romans 8:18 In two years, my family experienced several deaths, one after another. I found myself in the pit of despair for some time. It seemed my<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2025/03/10/faith-hope-and-surrender/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">&#8220;Faith, Hope, and&n

<p>&#8220;Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.&#8221; Proverbs 3:5-6 We live in a culture that rewards individual decisions, actions, and achievements. We set goals for ourselves and our children. We celebrate milestones and<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2024/09/30/lifes-detours-gods-plans/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-

<p>We are witnessing wars and rumors of more wars. What does Scripture say?</p>

<p>How do we find God? Often we do not seek Him when we need Him the most. We might become afraid or angry instead of asking Him for help. We may not talk to Him when things are going well but only cry out when we are desperate. But we are to be in a<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2024/01/16/looking-for-god/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">&#8220;Looking for God&#8230;&#8221;</span></a></p>

<p>Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you? Psalm 85:6 Perhaps you have heard the recent news from Asbury University about the spontaneous ten day revival in the chapel. It is such an inspiring story to hear. One student came forward to the alter at the end of what was<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2023/02/20/revival-of-my-spirit/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">&#8220;Revival of My&nbsp;Spirit&#8221;</spa

<p>“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.&#8221; John 14:1 The year of 2022 has been a tough one. The year brought the death of both parents in March due to Covid, Mom on a Wednesday and Dad the next day, followed by the loss my younger sister in August.<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2022/11/14/being-bold-for-the-troubled/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">&#8220;Being Bold for the&nbsp;Troubled&#8221;<

<p>We love because he first loved us 1 John 4:19 Things have been pretty crazy lately, in my life and in the world in general. There have been many personal challenges and deadlines I need to meet. Health issues, work issues, issues, issues, issues. When we feel like all the balls we must juggle are<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2022/02/13/love/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">&#8220;Love&#8221;</span></a></p>

<p>Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 In full disclosure, please allow me to tell you about my reflections on recent events. You may not know that my own dad earned three purple hearts<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2021/10/04/when-things-arent-right/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">&#8220;When Things Aren&#8

<p>When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, In God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?  Psalm 56:3-4 Did you know the word fear occurs five hundred times in the Bible? And the word love occurs five-hundred and forty-seven times? Faith occurs<a class="more-link" href="https://terryovertonbooks.com/2019/08/28/fear-and-trust/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">&#8220;Fear and Trust&#8221;</span></a></p>