March 7, 2025
A Hard Road Ahead?
Jesus has some words of encouragement about focusing on the road just ahead in these moments…
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March 5, 2025
Uncomfortable
Comfort is of high value! For some, comfort is the determining factor for decisions. Jesus did not live in that world. Jesus wanted discomfort removed but he had a higher priority — to do the will of his Father.
Read more..February 10, 2025
God Makes Me a Better Lover!
She said, “I love you, it's a gift. I expect nothing from you.” The profound nature of that statement set me free in a lasting relationship.
Read more..January 30, 2025
A River Runs Through Me
Only when we are connected to God, the ultimate source, is our deep thirst satisfied and rich fruitfulness the result.
Read more..January 23, 2025
Even God Gets Angry
Anger shows up in every relationship. Like any other emotion, it can be productive or destructive.
Read more..January 19, 2025
Where is Your Focus?
Forty million Americans over the age of 18 are affected by some form of anxiety disorder. We cannot control our circumstances but we can turn to the one who controls all things
Read more..January 10, 2025
Drinking…
Drinking… When you were little things scared me. Like when you would walk out in
Read more..January 6, 2025
Even a Fool
Our words reveal much about our thoughts, feelings and ultimately our character.
Read more..January 3, 2025
Questions for 2025
A general question someone asked me years ago has stuck with me: “If I keep doing what I’m doing now, will I be where I want to in one year, five years or ten years?” I’ll ask you the same in regards to your spiritual walk
Read more..December 12, 2024
People Pleasing – Falling Short of Expectations
A few years ago, in frustration, I finally gave up trying to please my father. Being a people pleaser is, in itself, doomed to failure, anyway.
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