A Root of Bitterness
Roots of bitterness don’t stop with us; they reach into our relationships, causing trouble and defiling others (Hebrews 12:15). An unforgiving spirit hinders our ability to love, poisoning the atmosphere in homes and workplaces.
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Audacious Trust
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
How Christ Modeled Humility
How Christ Modeled Humility. Although humility is not highly valued in our society, it’s essential in the Christian life. And the one who set the pattern for it is Jesus Himself.
Choices – Being a Chooser!
Choices: You are not born a winner, You are not born a loser, You are born a chooser!
Don’t Go With the Flow
I just don't see God as doling out ease and contentment. His business lies more in the areas of refining and shaping us to conform more to the image of Christ, and none of…
When Trusting God is Hard for the Abused
“He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.” Psalm 91:4
Which Wolf are you Feeding?
There's an old fable about a Cherokee Indian elder who was teaching his grandchildren about life. He said to them, 'A fight is going on inside you. It is a terrible fight between two…
Wise Men Still Seek Him
It's the only bumper sticker I've ever really liked: WISE MEN STILL SEEK HIM. I like it because it says at least two things.
When Trust is Established
Trust - As He has been to us, so He wants us to be toward others, even those who may appear hostile and alienated from us. We must be willing to let ourselves be…
You are Worth More
"Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more…
Who Do You Say that I Am?
One of my most dreaded childhood experiences was when my teacher would ask me a question. Although I often knew the answer, the question paralyzed me
You Have a Bible?
Do you have a Bible? Read it! , “For the Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it…
When God Whispers Your Name
WHEN I SEE a flock of sheep I see exactly that, a flock. A rabble of wool. A herd of hooves. I don’t see a sheep. I see sheep.
You Have a Choice
I finally believed my freedom of choice left me free not to sin. I did not have to sin; I could choose not to sin. I am free from sin, not free from temptation
God Is Holy ……
Father, you are holy, perfect in every way. “Who else among the gods is like You, O Lord? Who is glorious in holiness like You---so awesome in splendor, performing such wonders.” Exodus 15:11
You Have Not Because You Ask Not…
And I wonder if you're like me. Why not humble yourself, and ask for help?
Your Agenda
The tool of distortion is one of Satan’s slyest. It’s easy to forget who’s the servant and who’s to be served.
The Truth of our Commitment
The truth of our commitment is often best shown to the skeptical when we are "under fire."The truth of our commitment is often best shown to the skeptical when we are "under fire."
Lessons from Life: the Garden
LESSONS FROM LIFE: THE GARDEN. My heart is like our garden, sometimes neglected for long periods of time. Weeds of anger, disappointment, fear, frustration, critical attitudes, ...
Microwave or Slow Cooked?
Lord, Let me humbly serve you Lord and not myself. Let my thoughts, my actions, and my words glorify you God; as others may see you and not me.
The Sound Mind Principle
What is this "sound mind principle"? A well-balanced mind - a mind that is under the control of the Holy Spirit
Bring On The Questions
Oswald Chambers has said that we don't truly own our faith unless we have struggled over it in some form. Belief is not pure acceptance.