The Joy of the Lord is My Christmas
We sometimes say Christmas is a Holy Day, but personally I forget that too often amidst the tinsel, TV, toys and boys. I forget that genuine joy comes from celebrating Emmanuel
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The Power of Forgiveness
Are you someone who has suffered emotionally, and perhaps physically at the hands of others? Have emotions such as anger, resentment, hate, hostility, bitterness and revenge entered your heart and mind?
More than Just a Baby
Sometimes that manger scene seems so irrelevant. I pondered how the Baby Jesus impacts my life. He is…so much more than just a baby!
Loneliness
Have you ever felt lonely? Jesus says “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you” Hebrews 13:5 What can we do to help ourselves when we feel lonely, and how can we…
Christmas Abundance
I will never forget my first Christmas as a follower of Christ. I was thousands of miles from home, grieving my mother’s passing, battling my addictions, flat broke, and almost out of hope.
Be Calm. Be Strong. Be Thankful!
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:15
Profound Gratitude
As believers in the living Christ we can flip griping on its head with an attitude of gratitude.
Our Complex Negotiations with God
We’re constantly in complex negotiations with God: -- “God, what if you’re not on the other side of this leap?” -- “Are you sure you’re strong enough to catch me?”
I am Thanking You Right NOW
Dear GOD: I want to thank You for what you have already done. I am
Heaven on My Mind
“He has put eternity in their hearts” Ecclesiastes 3:11b When my brother learned he had Lou Gehrig disease his plans changed.
A Lesson on Outward Appearance
In a culture that thrives on how we look and what our status is, how can we be grounded in the truth of what God considers important and of value? I have a perfect…
Standing on One Leg
Recently friends of mine said goodbye to their baby girl....they have found that even though the foe was too strong, God was their support.
Trees and Children
Lord, you know how much I want to protect my children from all harm and evil. You understand how my heart breaks when they make poor choices. Teach me how and when to intervene
Peace in the Midst of Pressure
My assignment today is to encourage you not to accept the lies you see every day. The truth is we are not perfect, but we are perfectly forgiven. You see, God never promised the…
Our God Knows What to Do
The Lord is the One who acts through us. The needs of others are sometimes overwhelming, and we can feel that our small efforts are a waste of time.
Jesus Never Looked Down on Others
Our objective is to stop seeing others from our limited perspective and to start seeing them in the way God sees them, encouraging the best of others, bringing them to the one who wants…
The Cure for Cynicism
“And always be thankful” Colossians 3:15 If you find yourself being cynical or critical today, begin thanking God for all the blessings in your life. You will be much happier.
A New Song
We talked about the song in our hearts and how busyness and life’s general challenges can tend to drown out the music at times.
A Heart of Thankfulness
Psalm 107:1 “O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; for His steadfast love endures forever.” Prayer – Lord, may I never forget all the blessings You have given me. Like the…
In Everything by Prayer
It is so easy to be anxious and worry over situations. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, ...
