Silence isn’t valued as much as it used to be. Someone who is a strong silent type used to be looked at with respect, now they are viewed as socially awkward. Silence is a strength that can’t be overestimated. The power of remaining silent in a situation can be a valuable tool when dealing with difficult…
Read MoreIt seems like the world is upside down right now. What was once right is now wrong and what was once bad is now good. Isaiah the prophet told us “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil.” How do we navigate this new world as Christians? Making sense of it all can…
Read MoreImagine if you knew how long you would live? I’m not talking about a doctor giving you a diagnosis of a terminal disease. I’m talking about God telling you how many days you will live. If you knew that information how would it change your life? Would it give your life more purpose? Would you…
Read MoreWe make things so complicated. Remember to keep it simple. When it comes to following Jesus we need to remember two things: Love God and Love Others. One of the scribes in Jesus’ time wanted to know what the most important law was. Jesus’ reply was to keep it simple. Love God and love others….
Read MoreI saw the other day that a major shoe company had converted an old historic church to a basketball gym and locker room. It turned out beautiful, but I was a little saddened. How many people had once called that building their church home? How many salvations and baptisms had occurred there? No matter what…
Read MoreImagine if you could simplify being a Christian down to just a few Instructions. Moses does that for us today. He tells the Israelites that God asks three things from you, to walk in his ways, love him, and worship him with all of your heart. Focus on these three, and you won’t go wrong….
Read MoreThe most asked question of all time in Christianity is “What is God’s will for my life?” Knowing God’s will for your life isn’t always clear. It’s more than who you will marry or what career you should choose. It also covers how you are to live your life on a daily basis. Paul instructs…
Read MoreThe reason worship moves us so much is because it brings us closer to the dwelling place of the Lord. It’s not the music that does it but our hearts rendered to God that draws us close. When the presence of the Lord is there, we can’t help but sing for joy to the living…
Read MoreHave you ever watched toddlers play together? The most common word used is “Mine.” in their immaturity, they haven’t learned the benefit of sharing with others. God Word says to Share Your Life. Paul and Timothy were excellent examples of investing in the churches they ministered to, and those people became dear to them. Don’t…
Read MoreIf something is important, we write it down. If it is really important, we memorize it. Some things are so important we can’t forget them. God’s word is in that category. He commands us to write these words on your heart. Put them in a place where we can be reminded daily about them. Deuteronomy…
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