by Darlene Schacht | Sep 25, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
In 2 Corinthians 4:7 we read, “But we have this treasure in jars of clay.” And why do we have this treasure? Paul finishes the thought by saying, “to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” What he’s talking...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 19, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
In Daniel Chapter 3, we find the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Daniel’s friends, who courageously followed the Lord regardless of the fact that it could very well cost them their lives. Because they refused to bow down to the king’s idol, they...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 16, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Think about the things that you are facing today or this week. Maybe something is worrying you or keeping you up at night. You might wonder how you’ll get through it or where you’ll find the strength to do what needs to be done. It’s important in these situations to...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 13, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Drawn from my archives In Luke Chapter 15, we find the parable of The Prodigal Son. As I read, I can’t help but notice the polarized attitudes of the two brothers. One came to understand the power of grace, after he understood the depth of his sin. He knew where...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 11, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
We all struggle with courage. There’s the one voice that tells us to do what is right, and then there’s another voice, that tells us to do what feels right. “Take the easy road,” it says. “Walk away before you get hurt.” “Don’t share your faith, or you might lose a...
by Darlene Schacht | Sep 9, 2022 | Scattered Seeds
Hebrews 11 is often referred to as “The Wall of Faith.” It’s there we find men and women like Abraham and Sarah, David, Moses, and Enoch. We see faithful servants who did what it took to stay true to their faith. One look at the life of Samson, and you might wonder...