I will not neglect Your word. Psalm 119:16 NIV Have you been there? You are having a bad day when you begin seeking God’s comfort from His word. Shortly you realize your frustrations are turned to joy in the Lord. Determine today to take pleasure in the Lord. The psalmist writes, “I will not neglect Your word.” As you wake… Read More
Kick Off Your Shoes
“Take off your sandals, for you are standing on holy ground.” Exodus 2:5 I remember being young and my mom would holler as I ran out the door, “Please, put your shoes on.” I hated that. I loved running around bare-footed. I didn’t see any need for those confining shoes. I wanted to feel the cool grass on the bottom… Read More
Jump Out in Faith
“Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action is dead. But someone will say, “You have faith; I have deeds.” Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by what I do.” James 2:17-18 I was reminded this past weekend of just how scary it can be when we challenge ourselves to step… Read More
Dream. Decide. Dedicate.
Do you have a dream burning inside you? A dream of a better education, a more flexible body, seeing your ideal weight, a more intimate relationship with Christ, better communication with your children or beginning your own business or ministry. As you begin this new year, now is the time to decide, dedicate and determine your plans and goals to… Read More
Being Authentic and Real
“When Jesus saw him coming he said, “There’s a real Israelite, not a false bone in his body.” John 1:47 MSG Just after Christ said to Philip “Come, follow me”, we see Philip running to tell Nathanael. Of course, Nathanael being human couldn’t believe Philip’s statement and wanted to see Jesus for himself. Scripture records that as Nathanael was running… Read More
He Wants Our Best
Malachi 1:8 NIV “When you bring blind animals for sacrifice, is that not wrong? When you sacrifice crippled or diseased animals, is that not wrong? Try offering them to your governor! Would he be pleased with you? Would he accept you?” says the Lord Almighty.” Have you ever been in a city when the President of the United States came… Read More