Nick Lemau

A Memory That Stands Out Today

A Memory That Stands Out Today Today my facebook memory popped up with a post from my wife that she made a year ago. In all honesty it made me cry... but cry happy tears because as I read it I instantly remembered and reflected on the amazing things God

Stay Calm

"Just Stay Calm" Have you ever had a portion of scripture keep showing up in a variety of ways and it appears so clear that the Lord is speaking to you? That is exactly what I have been experiencing and yet I'm finding to be challenging

The Power of Prayer: Heaven’s Response to Earth’s Cry

The Power of Prayer: Heaven's Response to Earth's Cry Have you ever felt helpless? Like things were spiraling out of your control, and you didn't know where to turn or what to do? That's where prayer steps in - not as a

When It Doesn’t Make Sense: Trusting God Beyond Your Understanding

Life doesn't always make sense. Doors close that we thought would open. Plans fall through. People let us down. We find ourselves in situations that leave us asking, "God, what are You doing?" It's in these moments that we're faced with a

“God is Love.”

When we think about the nature of God, it’s easy to default to words like holy, powerful, eternal, or just. And rightly so—He is all those things. But if there is one word that holds them all together, it is this: love. “Anyone who does not love does

More Than We Can Ask or Imagine

“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.” — Ephesians 3:20 (NIV) Have you ever prayed a bold prayer, only to shrink back with the thought: “Maybe that’s too much to

8 Years Without You, Dad: Mourning and Celebrating

Eight years. It’s hard to believe it’s been that long since I last heard your voice, saw your smile, or got to hug you. Time is strange—it moves forward, but grief has its own rhythm. Some days it feels like you’ve been gone forever; other days

Distraction: The Enemy’s Quiet Strategy

We often think of spiritual battles as loud, obvious, and full of tension. But what if one of the enemy's most effective weapons isn't attack, but distraction? Not destruction… not persecution… just simple, subtle distraction. Distraction can look like a full calendar, endless scrolling, mindless entertainment,

Learning How To Receive From The Lord

Learning How To Receive From The LordIt's absolutely crazy how you can be praying and seeking the Lord wholeheartedly for something and when He causes the breakthrough you don't know quite how to handle it. That is my current state today. We have been praying for

Never Forget the Blessings

Life has a way of pulling our attention to what we lack instead of what we have. It’s so easy to focus on problems, disappointments, or the next mountain we need to climb that we miss the evidence of God’s goodness right in front of us.But as

Laboring in Prayer: Persevering When It Feels Hard

There is a mystery and a beauty to prayer that every believer comes to know over time. At first, prayer might feel easy - like a natural conversation with God. But as life's challenges grow deeper, so does the call to labor in prayer: to wrestle, to persist,

God’s Faithfulness in Every Season

After what seems like forever… we are thrilled to share that God has answered a prayer that has been on our hearts for a long time — He has provided a new house for our family to call home! This journey has been one of waiting, hoping, praying, and trusting. There

Biblical Gratitude: More Than Just Good Manners

In today’s world, “gratitude” often sounds like a simple habit — like saying thank you when someone holds the door or appreciating a good meal. But in Scripture, gratitude goes far deeper. It is a posture of the heart, rooted in faith and trust in God, regardless of circumstances. Biblical

Can You Have Peace and Nervousness at the Same Time?

Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to feel peace and nervousness at the same time? It might seem like a contradiction, but it’s actually a powerful reality for many people of faith.Nervousness is a perfectly human response to life’s uncertainties — waiting for test results, starting

“God’s Silence Is Not His Absence.”

Have you ever prayed and felt like God wasn't answering? Maybe you pleaded for direction, healing, or help, and all you heard was… silence. It's one of the most challenging parts of walking by faith - those seasons when it seems God isn't responding.

When Negativity Becomes Your Default: Breaking Free from the Cycle

Have you ever noticed that no matter what happens, you always expect the worst? Maybe you can find the flaw in every plan, the risk in every opportunity, or the cloud behind every silver lining. Over time, negativity can become so deeply woven into our thinking patterns that we hardly

Home Again — A Heart Full of Gratitude

I’m writing this with a deep sense of gratitude and relief—I’m finally home again after another unexpected hospital stay. Those sterile rooms, constant tests, and long, sleepless nights are behind me for now, and while I’m physically tired, my heart is full.Getting out of the

One Year Later: Back in the ER

I didn’t expect to find myself here again — not today, not like this.Exactly one year ago, I was in this very place. The flashing monitors. The sterile smell. The quiet hum of machines and the constant buzz of uncertainty. It was the ER where my world tilted — the

Wisdom Before the Move: What to Seek Before You Step

Transitions are a natural part of life. Whether it’s a job change, a new home, a relationship decision, or even a church space move, the question isn’t if we’ll face transitions—but how we’ll approach them. Before we pack boxes, sign contracts, or send final emails,

Rolling With the Punches

Life doesn’t always come at us with warning signs. Sometimes it hits hard and fast—unexpected news, sudden changes, losses, setbacks. And in those moments, we’re left trying to find our balance, wondering how to respond when everything feels like it’s shifting beneath our feet. That’s

The Power of Being Present

We live in a world that constantly pulls us in a thousand directions—texts, emails, deadlines, notifications, and the never-ending scroll. We’re always planning ahead or looking back, often missing the very moment we’re standing in.But there is power in being present. Some of the most meaningful

Remembering the Lion and the Bear

There’s a quiet power in remembering.Before David ever stood before Goliath with a sling and a few smooth stones, he remembered. As he stood before King Saul, trying to convince him that he could face the giant, David didn’t boast about his strength or strategy. He simply

Peace When There Is None Finding Calm in the Chaos

There are moments in life when peace feels impossible. The storm is too loud, the pain too real, the future too uncertain. We cry out to God and still feel like we’re drowning. It’s one thing to talk about peace when things are going well—but what about

Bittersweet Father’s Day: Missing My Dad, While Being One

Father’s Day is approaching, and with it comes a swirl of emotion that I’ve come to know all too well. It’s a day that used to be simple—one to honor and celebrate my dad, Vaa Lemau. But now, since he passed, it carries a weight I

“The Pursuit of Peace.”

”If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” – Romans 12:18 (ESV) Peace can feel like a distant dream in today’s world. Conflict is everywhere—online, in our families, and even in the church. But Scripture calls us to something countercultural: to pursue peace,