The bible has recorded many actions and stories of great women. Stories of loyalty, obedience, disobedience, and disloyalty to God. Recently, I portrayed the angel Gabriel in our church production. I delivered the news to Mary about her being with
“Yet the news about him spread all the more, so that crowds of people came to hear him and to be healed of their sicknesses. But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” Luke 5:15-16 NIV Mary sweeps a
Have you ever needed a refuge, a place to hide from the storm? Our little boat was heading straight into a 50 MPH wind. My friend and me were out fishing on a small lake in the Midwest. We didn’t
When my youngest son, Stedmon, was small, before each meal he would ask, “Who’ll say grace?” I always responded, “I think this is a good day for Stedmon to say grace.” My oldest son, Steven would usually respond, “I’ll say
Have you ever wanted to turn back time? The truth is, time is something we never get back. Maybe this leaves you feeling regretful or sad about years that have been wasted or time not well spent on the things
An important part of living the life of a true Christian is reading the Scriptures. The Scriptures itself is divided into two main sections, the two biggest portions: the Old Testament, which discusses the Lord’s prophets and their wisdom and
It’s not often that you embark on a journey without knowing where you are going, is it? When I travel somewhere, I usually like to know the route I am going to take to get there, how long it is
“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambitions inspired, and success achieved.” – Helen Keller When we think of people we admire, and desire
How can we deepen, strengthen, and become more aware of our Lord’s constant and loving presence? Why do we wait until we are on the brink of disaster to cry out for Jesus’ presence? We know the Lord’s promises to
Every Christian desires to grow in Christ and His ways, but not everyone experiences growth or at least at the rate they would like it to happen. No matter how hard they try, some find it hard to grow or
Why re-invent the wheel? Sometimes the Book of Psalms is the only prayer resource we need. Psalm 143 is one to turn to when you are feeling overwhelmed by a trial. Use it today as your template for prayer. Start
Things looked bleak. Israel was under siege by the mighty army of Aram. There seemed no way out. Elisha the Prophet and his servant both recognized the same real problem; but they had opposite reactions. The servant froze hopeless in
Have you ever stood at the threshold of what feels like “not enough”? The money doesn’t stretch, the job doesn’t satisfy, the opportunities seem locked behind Read More »
If you’re like most people, You’ve been holding on for so long… but nothing’s changing. You’ve tried everything you know how to do, but it’s still Read More »
Our lives appear always to be in a constant state of change. Happiness and frustration are never very far removed from each other. I have been Read More »
We watched man kill the Son of God. We, the Host of Heaven, with tears in our eyesAnd our swords drawn,Stood there and watched man kill the Read More »
What is stresssing you won’t get the victory if YOU turn to Jesus!