Discovering Grace with Dianna Carroll

In the third year of King Ahasuerus’ reign, he gave a feast, and requested the presence of Queen Vashti.

The book of Esther: God’s character and attributes are revealed in His eternal purpose and plan for Israel, and moves in His providential care for the eternal benefit of His people.

John’s book is written with tenderness and a loving desire to demonstrate a real joy in fellowship with one another and with Christ.

Human beings have a deep longing for acceptance and fellowship with fellow human beings, but as wonderful as human relationships are, they are never perfect in this world.

Training children is not an easy task, but it is gratifying. We are instructed to train up children in the “nurture and admonition of the Lord.”

The book of Proverbs is a practical guide for mothers and fathers to be able to impart to their children God’s wisdom.

Homeschooling is a richly rewarding, positive way to invest in a child’s life.

The Word of God teaches us that we are to abide in Christ (John 15). To abide means to be in a state of spiritual rest, regardless of outward circumstances. 

Are you a yeller? Do you yell when you’re frustrated with your children, things, or problems?

Anger and pride are mentioned in the same context in Scripture almost invariably. The Bible teaches us that fighting, arguing, and anger always stem from pride and self-centeredness. Love and forgiveness, by contrast, come from self-denial, from a heart that is submissive to God’s authority.

Overcoming a temper, or anger is not at all accomplished overnight. As a child, I didn’t know how to respond to my brother’s explosive and obsessive behavior.

Paul encourages the Philippians to worship God and have no confidence in their flesh. I pray that you truly know Christ and are living the Christian life by faith.

The woman at the well had been thirstier than she realized, and she went away from that well with her spiritual cup full and running over.

The assurance that Christ renews our strength day by day contributes to an absolute dependence upon Him.

Every precious child is a gift from God and is a miraculous privilege to behold. A new life in Christ and a newborn baby are the most wonderful gifts that come from the heart of God.

Scripture tells us we may suffer for righteousness' sake, and in doing so, we are blessed, and privileged to suffer for His sake.

David violated four of the Ten Commandments given by God in one impulsive act of sin: thou shalt not kill, thou shalt not steal, thou shalt not commit adultery, and thou shalt not covet thy neighbor’s wife.

Job reminds us to trust God under all circumstances, especially when we do not understand what’s happening. “As for God, His way is perfect” (Psalm 18:30). Because God’s ways are “perfect,” we can trust whatever He does––and whatever He allows––to also be perfect.

The Bible identifies contentment as a virtue and a command. We are not sufficient in and of ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God (2 Corinthians 3:5).

It’s easy to fear man when we do not allow God to strengthen us during times of adversity and tremendous heartache.

Giving thanks is a good thing and is a foundational part of our faith and trust in Christ.

The word distress means extreme anxiety, sorrow, and pain. David, in Psalm 31:10, says, “ My strength has failed me because of my iniquity.”

Judas’ kiss is described in Matthew 26:49.

How does God's grace help us when we lose everything? 

We must keep in mind that God is more powerful than any plan that Satan may have or had to destroy Jesus. He is sovereign over the universe and His Word is trustworthy.