When I think of the cross, I’m reminded of what Jesus went to the cross for.. ALL OF US! John 3:16 “For God so [greatly] loved and dearly prized the world, that He [even] gave His [One and] only begotten Son, so that whoever believes and trusts in Him [as Savior] shall not perish, but have eternal life. I’m reminded when Jesus hung on the Cross, and the darkness overtook the land. Matthew Read More
OFFENDED? ME? ABSOLUTELY NOT!
What happens when a person is offended in a church and that offense is never dealt with? That offense takes over and the devil has succeeded at his job. He has caused that person to move out of the will of God. And that person will move on to the next church still harboring that offense and never growing up Read More
Good Friday: Always On His Mind
I have been reflecting today, Good Friday, on the sacrifice that Jesus made for the whole world. The History Channel aired a special about crucifixion, which I watched. They talked of Jesus and the excruciating pain he experienced as he suffered on the cross. We get the word “excruciating” from the word “crucifixion”. It is the most horrific, gruesome way Read More
Equipped Beyond My Ability
My pastor often says, “if you can achieve your dream on your own, it is not big enough.” God is calling us to go beyond our own abilities, talents, and resources. Do you have a word you are clinging to for this year, or for the season you are currently in? I am not talking about simply choosing a “word” Read More
Finding Your Destiny In Christ
Even before we were born, God planned in advance our destiny, and the good work we would “do” to fulfill it. So, what is your destiny in Christ? Read more to find out. Read More
No Word From God WILL EVER FAIL
Luke 1:37, NIV For no word from God will ever fail. There are many verses over the last several years I have clung to, and Luke 1:37 is definitely one of them. It is especially incredible when we consider the context. The speaker is the Archangel Gabriel. He is talking to a teenage girl called Mary about a virgin birth. Read More
One,Two,Three – Not It
Do you ever feel like God picked the wrong person when he chose you and gave you an assignment? Do you ever think: “I’m not good enough? I don’t have enough education or experience. This terrifies me. God is going to have to choose someone else?” One-two-three-not-it! Well, believe it or not, there were many very normal people in the Bible Read More
Change Your Life in 2023 By Doing This One Thing
What is the most important thing in your life? What is your priority? James W. Frick said, “Don’t tell me what your priorities are. Show me where you spend your money and I’ll tell you what they are.” That’s true, isn’t it? We tend to spend our money on those things that are important to us, whether that be food, Read More
It Is Time To Move Forward
The new year is a good time to reflect on our lives. You may have had a great 2022, or you may have faced numerous challenges. Either way, it is now in the past. It is time to move forward. Forward is the word I sensed God gave me for my own life for 2023, and I believe God may Read More
Don’t Forget to Laugh
When is the last time you laughed? Really laughed? Science even understands why the Bible tells us to laugh—it’s good for our health! Laughter reduces stress, fights against depression, and sorrow, and can bring a positive perspective on life and the season we’re in. Read More