Author: Tresa Walker Strengthrenewed

Like Jonah, I have spent a good bit of time in the belly of the whale. I understand what made Jonah run from God’s plan for his life, but I have also learned the joy of obedience. No experience compares to the time I spent running from God calling me to write, but many blessings have followed since I yielded to His will. In 2 Corinthians 12:9 God says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” God doesn’t expect us to be perfect, just willing! My days are filled with spending as much time as possible with my family, teaching middle school, playing piano for worship services, teaching a ladies’ Bible study, writing devotionals, and making homemade cinnamon rolls when I have the energy.

Alone

There is a survival competition television series called Alone where contestants are dropped in a secluded area to fend for themselves. They build their own shelters with the few tools they are allowed and the natural resources in the area. In the beginning, most enjoy the solitude, but soon it becomes more than they bargained … Continue reading Alone →

Shadow of the Almighty

Think about when you’re driving and the sun is glaring in your eyes. It’s stressful, difficult, and uncomfortable. But when a semi is passing you (or you pass them), you find yourself in a shadow that suddenly eases all of the stress caused by the sun. Wouldn’t it be nice to just stay in that … Continue reading Shadow of the Almighty →

Deceitful Hearts

Follow your heart. How many times have you heard it, said it, thought it, or done it? And how many of those “follow your heart” decisions ended badly. In 1862, Emily Dickinson wrote, "The heart wants what it wants, or does not care.” Our heart is controlled by our emotions, and often what feels right … Continue reading Deceitful Hearts →

A House Built by Wisdom

Today we’re reading Proverbs 24. Verse 3 & 4 say, “A house is built by wisdom, and it is established by understanding; by knowledge the rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure.” If we were building a home, it would require a lot of wisdom and knowledge to build a strong structure. Each … Continue reading A House Built by Wisdom →

Wisely Control Your Lips

May 10: Proverbs 10 Starting in Chapter 10, most verses are two phrase sayings of wisdom. There are some that you will quickly recognize as some someone else needs to hear, but hopefully you will also recognize some sayings that you need to work on within yourself. I highlighted several verses in this chapter. I … Continue reading Wisely Control Your Lips →