I was sitting in service one Sunday wondering about some goals that I had set and how it was becoming seemingly harder to accomplish what I thought the Lord had put before me. I was at a stand still and it was becoming most frustrating. I was beginning to think I was on the wrong road! If you have visited… Read More
It’s Measuring Day
Well, tomorrow is the big day . . . measuring day at the gym. You see, I asked for a gym membership at Christmas. CrAZy me!!! So in January I signed up, along with the Total Solution package they offered, which incorporates exercise, diet, and motivation. Let’s all say YEAH for the motivation, I need a lot! One thing that… 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
Stop and Take Notice
This is crazy, I know. But it’s only January 5th and I already feel like I’m behind the ball on this new year. I have put down some goals for 2011 and my key word is FOCUS. So seriously, how could I already feel behind? As I’ve began my new Bible reading program for 2011, I’ve been reading through John… Read More
I Never Would Have Dreamed
As I sit here looking back over 2010, I am amazed! Seriously, if you would have asked me one year ago where I’d be in one year, I can say without hesitation I would have not even came close to the answer. I do remember as I begin to prepare for 2010 through study and prayer God was stirring something… Read More
Developing Self Discipline
I found myself praying this morning for a new level of self-discipline. It seems every time I tackle a discipline — well, another one rears its head to be conquered. Maybe it has to do with maturity or just another season of life, but I’d sure just like to be done battling my own self-disicpline issues. OK – I know that… Read More