Tag Archives: Praying
As The New Year Approaches Make The Winning Shot!
When I was boy I spent countless hours shooting baskets in my backyard. I liked to imagine that my team was behind by one point in the last seconds and I had the ball in my hands. I’d dribble, spin
Jesus Responds Well to us Even When We Don’t To Him!
I didn’t like the preacher I sat by on the plane. I know, I know. You’re supposed to like everyone, but this fellow… To begin with, he took the seat next to me. I’d hoped it would stay vacant. The
Another Invitation For You…on The Dance Floor following Jesus!
And we all who… contemplate the Lord’s glory are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit (2 Corinthians 3:18). Being transformed to become like the Lord Jesus is not a
When Chaos is Evident, Turn To Jesus!
The first Christmas. Such a peaceful night, with stars shining brightly. The new family nestled in the barn surrounded by the animals. Angels heralding his birth. Wise men bowing low before him. It was the perfect scene, calm and serene,
~Can Christ Count On YOU To Share His Love?
The recent request came as a comment and a pleasant surprise from an avid blog reader, the short note is reprinted below with permission: A while ago, I believe, a story was published, it was about a man named Mark
Life can be Hard, But Don’t Give up!
I love to see young people give their lives to Jesus. I love to see them commit to him in faith, dying with him in baptism, and starting a journey with him that will last the rest of their lives…
If you’re on Your Back, Keep Looking up!
A wise man shared with me, “Sometimes God puts you on your back so you can look up.” At times, life can show up with challenges. The key is how to receive it – do we allow it, accept it
Quench Your Thirst, Follow Jesus, Unleash Holy Fire!
“May each soul be rekindled with fire from above.” These words come from one of those “old time toe tappers and heart tinglers” everyone liked to sing when I was growing up. In most of those churches, people didn’t talk
What If Your Faith Determines What Jesus Does Next?
“I believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24) Mustard seed faith will do. Just a bit is enough to begin. As a cup of water poured down the old well can prime the pump and set the water flowing, all I
Jesus Clearly Heard God’s Voice,Do You?
I started hearing God speak to me as soon as I got saved—and I needed to. It would be an understatement to describe my situation as desperate. See, I got saved in a county jail. I was falsely accused of
Let Jesus Give You A Faith Boost This Holiday Season!
In the Bible God performs Miracle after miracle God on behalf of His people, finally leading them straight out of slavery, away from the cruel hand of the Egyptians. He set them free. Free from oppression. Free from captivity. Free
Perhaps Jesus Allowed your problems to teach you who’s Real!
One of the most profound of biblical characters is the man named Job. The book which bears his name is rich with insights about real life. It is profound, disturbing, and yet incredibly helpful precisely because it reveals something of
