Let Us Go to Bethlehem
Christmas time is a season when many people are more interested in the present than the past. But, it is the past that Christmas is all about. It started over two millenniums ago with…
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The Cap of Separation
I recently heard a Jewish man talking about why he wore the skullcap, known as a kipa in the Hebrew language. I was fascinated at his explanation, as it opened my eyes as to…
The Lord will Provide
We live in a scary world. One of the hardest things I have to do is to let go and let God. I want to run my world, my way and on my schedule.…
Amazing Grace. Unfailing Love
Through all that’s going on within us and around us, God is still there. God is good. Still worthy. Faithful. Still lifting. Caring.
Are You Overloaded?
We really need is to unload some of the junk, worries, cares and burdens from our life. The Bible tells us where to start.“Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares…
Refuse to Worry
God didn’t create us to worry. It is an acquired worldly skill. He says to trust Him and refuse to worry.
The Roadblocks of Life
Roadblocks, whether placed by man or by God are for our protection. Sometimes God wants to protect us. Sometimes He wants to lead us in a different direction.
The Ever Present Holy Spirit
The Spirit will not prompt us to do anything that goes against Scripture. Make sure we're listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit, not the voice of your own desires.
Right on Time
God has plans for your life. He knows everything about you. He made you. You can trust Him. He’s always right on time.
First Things First
Have you substituted busyness for seeking God, and in doing so allowed something other than God to be your first priority?
The Ignition Key
“Come unto me all who are weary and burdened, I shall give you rest.” Matthew: 11:28
A Life of Authenticity
Are you willing to be the same on the outside as in the inside? Are you looking for a new beginning?
God’s Timing
How willing are you to surrender your timetable for God’s? Do you trust Him with your life?
Trusting God or the World
Don’t make the same mistake as the Israelites. Go straight to the Lord when you have a need. He is the only One who can provide for you.
It Begins with the Heart
Have purity within your heart and never allow others to taint your wishes and beliefs. Ezekiel 36:26 "And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you.…
When is God Most Valuable to You?
Scripture is clear that God is near. He invites us to call upon Him, but not just in times of trouble. He created us for fellowship in the good times as well as encouragement…
The Wellspring of Peace
Trust Him and your well will never run dry and you too will have a peace beyond all understanding.
Each One is God’s Individual Miracle
Each baby is custom designed in heaven by a creating God. No two of the billions created are alike, nor will they ever be. "Let us make man in our image, in our likeness,
What You Can Rely On
There is a spiritual parallel in Proverbs 3:4-5 that assures us we can lean on, trust in and be confident in the Lord, casting aside our own inadequate insight or understanding. If we do,…
He Took My Place
Isaiah 53:5 "He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement of our peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are healed." Christ’s death doesn’t mean that…