How do you know if someone truly loves you? It isn’t by the words that they say or the gifts that they buy; it’s by how they show it. Are they willing to lay down their lives for you? That doesn’t mean they are eager to take a bullet for you. Christ laid down his…
Read MoreHave you ever heard the phrase “Now this is living?” Many people use it to describe the good life. Most of the time it has a picture of someone laying on a beautiful beach holding a cocktail with an umbrella in it. Many people think that if they were in constant Vacation mode that would…
Read MoreMy wife and I love home improvement projects. Ever since we bought our first house, we enjoy making it our own by remodeling. Taking something that is outdated and making it fresh gives you not only a sense of accomplishment but also a sense of ownership. Not every project has been a success. Some have…
Read MoreIsrael experienced some difficult times. They were a small nation at the crossroads of the known world. Many larger nations conquered them in their quest to take over the world. Several times Israel had to rebuild afterward. God encouraged them by turning those tears to shouts of Joy. Psalms 126:6 Those who sow in tears…
Read MoreFreedom is a big deal. Countries will go to war to preserve their independence, and millions of people have died to ensure that generations after them would live free from the tyranny of oppressive governments. Jesus promises freedom to those who are really his disciples. He tells them that the truth will set you free….
Read MoreI like a good challenge. It gets my mind working and my blood pumping. I wake up with purpose in the morning, and it is easier to focus. When I don’t have something that is challenging the opposite can be true. Sometimes I am like Caleb, and I ask God “Give me a challenge.” Joshua…
Read MoreHave you ever got to a point in your work where you asked yourself “What are you working for?” Let’s face it; work can only be so exciting. There will be days where you want to quit and go and do something else. Don’t do you work for the paycheck. Work for eternal purposes. John…
Read MoreIn 1987 REM released the song “Its the End of the World as We Know It.” It’s a song about how the world was falling apart but they felt fine. You will hear many people predict that the world is coming to an end, it is usually because of politics. In reality, not much changes…
Read MoreEverybody is looking for a fountain of youth. Something that will transform their lives and make them feel younger. Take this pill or eat this diet and it will take years off of your life. None of it works, and soon we are off chasing another fad. Jesus offers us a fountain of life that…
Read MoreJesus did not come into the world to judge the people but to save them from an eternity of suffering. He didn’t bring condemnation but instead good news that can change our lives. He is a light in a very dark world. Forgiveness is extended to all of those who believe he is the Son…
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