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Messages of Hope by Marlene McKenna

July 6, 2022

Fearoholic

In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for You alone, Oh LORD, make me dwell in safety.” Psalm 4:8 Fear gripped my throat with his strong hand and squeezed. “You’re not safe,” he hissed. My heart pounded as I sat up in bed and held my stomach. “Oh LORD,” I prayed, “You are […]
December 22, 2021

Nothing but the Blood – havhope

“Our identity comes from Jesus alone, not from anything we have done (good or bad) or will do in the future (good or bad) or from our family (good or bad) or from our past (good or bad). “— Read on havhope.com/2016/05/25/nothing-but-the-blood/
March 19, 2021

Fake House

May God Himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through.” 1 Thessalonians 5:23a (NIV) They’ve been trapped for four years, stuffed in small, cardboard boxes in our garage. They are the household items I packed when we sold our home. Yet, I still have them tucked away. For the most part, I pretend […]
November 21, 2020

Walk with Me

The fear that creeps into our hearts is not from God. He is with me. He comforts me. But, if I follow my own path of selfishness and pride instead of humility and grace then His name sake is tarnished and I cease to follow my Shepherd.
May 12, 2020

Cloud Cover

” I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.I can do all this […]
April 21, 2020

Surprised by Peace

The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deuteronomy 31:8 My short legs wrapped around our neighbor’s shoulders. I clung to his chin, my little body draped over his head like a bonnet. I had just followed him into the […]
April 7, 2020

Social Distance

I will never fail you. I will never abandon you. Hebrews 13:5 Have you ever felt abandoned? I have. It’s a powerful emotion mixed with isolation and loneliness, then baked in the oven of time. As a verb it means: To cease to support or look after; desert. I was almost eleven when we moved […]
January 24, 2020

What Are You Waiting For?

Like Abraham, we walk with God, believing His promises, expecting God to deliver. But, sometimes, like Abraham, we take things into our own hands and end up with Hagars and Ishmaels.
January 3, 2020

Skip to My Lou

This year, I am determined to express joy without fear of disapproval. I want to be a cheerleader for others who are struggling. I want to dance before the LORD with all my might, no matter who sees. I want to be free–free to love and be loved, forgive and accept forgiveness, show grace and receive it.
October 30, 2019

Waco’s Redemption

Waco is a place where you can see the Gospel lived out every day. It is an uncomfortable place where you are challenged to look at your own heart, beliefs, and motivations.