Enduring trials is the most challenging aspect of following Christ. When times are tough, or there is someone who is making life difficult it can make us question our faith. James, the brother of Jesus, understood our difficulty. He endured many trials while being the pastor of the church in Jerusalem. He also knew how…
Read MoreMany times I have stood in front of couples with stars in their eyes as they recite their vows to their future spouse. The day is filled with celebration and expectation of what is yet to come. A commitment is made that day to love the other person above all others till death do you…
Read MoreIn many areas of the world, people live in the dump. Makeshift cities arise out of the trash heaps, and whole families live in poverty. They rummage through the piles of rubbish looking for anything that their families can live off. Fortunately, many ministries have been formed to minister to these families. In Mexico, they…
Read MoreWe are all faced with new opportunities or challenges that fill us full of doubt. We expend a lot of brain power struggling over what to do. In reality, most of us know what the right thing is but the uncertainty of how it will play out is what causes us to pause. How do…
Read MoreThink back through history and try to remember people who were one of a kind in their profession. For music, you have people like Michael Jackson, sports you have Lebron James. There may have people that were just as good as them, but these people stood out because of the way they lived their lives….
Read MoreIt is so easy to go through life thinking that nobody notices you. You look around, and it appears you are forgotten, and nobody appreciates your contributions. Instead of throwing a pity party for yourself read over today’s scripture. You are not forgotten by God. He sees you and the love you demonstrate. Don’t give…
Read MoreCorey Ashbury has written the popular worship called “Reckless Love” based on this passage of scripture. God will leave the ninety-nine to go and look for the one lost sheep. It is his take on how much God loves you. He is not willing to risk losing you. He wants you to know your incredible…
Read MoreWe all know those people who are good at bringing attention to themselves. It seems they are always doing the thing that will get noticed. People clamor to be around them because of all the attention. Jesus gives us a warning against wanting the spotlight. Instead, he encourages us to take the path of humility….
Read MoreRemember the famous phone commercial for Verizon “Can you hear me now?” It was a play on what most mobile phone users were saying as they walked around looking for good reception. As you read today’s verse in Hebrews, you can almost hear the Holy Spirit saying the same thing: “Can you hear me?” Hebrews…
Read MoreMost studies and surveys say the same thing; workers don’t like their bosses. They grumble about them to coworkers, gripe about the way things are done, and generally are miserable at work. Most of the blame is put on the boss. As Christians, we are called to a higher standard. We are to work unto…
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