We can be more and do far more with our careers, opportunities and our families when God is in the center of our lives. “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”(Matthew 6:33) “I say, If everybody in this house lives where it’s God …
My friend Clint Hurdle says, “if you have one foot in yesterday and one in tomorrow, what can you do about today?” Let’s be the best version of ourselves today. Jesus said: “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”(Matthew 6:34) “Worry does …
No one regrets developing lasting friendships, or forgiving someone, spending time with those you love, or the time spent in prayer and in God’s Word. All of these activities bring joy and peace. It seems we should do more of these things. “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, …
Even during the darkest hours of our lives, God is with us. He doesn’t abandoned us but instead wants to give strength and peace in our time of need. “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”(Psalms …
Most parents love to surprise their children with gifts. God loves to surprise His children with good gifts, as well! How many of us say, “I never dreamed of being where I am today.” You are where you are for a reason, for a purpose. We may be surprised, but God isn’t. “In grace, God …
The Apostle Paul reminds us in Romans 3:23 that “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” We are all “broken vessels.” We are broken, but God can use our brokenness and weakness to help others follow Him. “But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing …
What most of us need in our lives is more peace. Less stress, less worry, and more peace. The solution is rather simple but the execution can be a challenge. Below is the solution, but are we up for the challenge? “The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.” …
As we go through struggles and trials, if you are like me, you find yourselves feeling alone and frustrated. We are not alone. We need to ask God to help us and trust that He will. When we are weak He is strong. “Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.”(1 Chronicles …
Last night I was watching a debate between a well-known atheist and another atheist who had recently surrendered her life to Christ after hitting rock bottom. The more famous atheist scoffed at her faith in Christ. When he said, “you Christians are obsessed with sin. You say we are born into sin and that your …
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”(John 15:5) If we want to become all of who God created us to be, we should memorize, and believe in totality the verse above. We “can …