Developing “an attitude of gratitude” does not entail a denial of reality with all of the problems associated with the here and now. Instead, a thankful heart gives clarity of thought and positive direction. Thankfulness helps provide light in darkness. We can’t deny the darkness, but we can be thankful for the light! “God is […]

I’m reading the parable of Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) this morning. In my notes are written: The expert of the law treated the wounded man as a topic of discussion; the robbers treated him as an object to exploit; the priest saw him as a problem to avoid; the Levite saw him as an object […]

Some people have influence on a few people, some on many. If each of us used the influence we have to live out the message of Christ to “love our neighbor,” with God’s help, we could live in peace instead of chaos. “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole […]

When I hear about hundreds of minor league baseball players getting released because of budget cuts from the MLB level, it brings back painful memories of rejection and a feeling of a lifelong dream being swiftly taken away. But I learned soon that God can inspire each of us with new dreams. God can even […]

Many times when I have a tough challenge in my life I will be so consumed with the problem that I see nothing else. The first thing I should do (not the last thing when nothing else works) is ask God to help me. In God’s presence, the challenge doesn’t seem to loom so large. […]

God holds our hand as we go through struggles. He comforts us when grieve. He gives us wisdom when we ask. He gives us good gifts, even when we don’t deserve them, and wants us to rejoice with Him when He gives. He lives within us and we are within Him. We are unconditionally loved […]

Whatever challenges we face today, God is more than able to help you. He can give you strength, wisdom, grace and even peace during chaos. He can comfort when your sad or lonesome. Tell Him how your feeling (He already knows but He wants to hear from us). If you are worrying about the future, […]

Will the COVID-19 virus be hovering around us and controlling or destroying our lives for years? “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?” ‭‭Luke‬ ‭12:25-26‬ ‭ “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid […]

“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.” (Unknown) Let us all be thankful today for the many who have sacrificed so much for the freedoms we enjoy. “Live as free people, but do not use your freedom as a […]

The attitude you decide on having today will dictate whether this will be a productive day or a wasted day. “The greatest day in your life and mine is when we take total responsibility for our attitudes. That’s the day we truly grow up.” (John Maxwell) “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, […]