I heard someone say recently, “The world doesn’t need more grumbling. It needs more light.” As believers we shouldn’t dwell in the darkness of grumbling, complaining and negativity. When I find myself in those dark places, joy is hard to come by. “For God, who said, ‘Let light shine out of darkness,’ made His light …
“God loves each of us as if there were only one of us.” (Augustine) “Greater Love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13) Keith Madison SCORE International
Our lives will intersect with other lives today. Will we encourage, discourage or ignore those we come in contact with? We have an opportunity to make a positive impact on someone today! Be intentional…these are divine appointments. I’m praying for you today. Keith Madison SCORE International
Recently, social media was blazing with venom because a liberal, cynical talk show host compared Vice President Pence’s comment about Jesus speaking to him with mental illness. I didn’t sound off on social media, but I confess, I was angry with her disrespect and her bigotry toward Christians. Then sometime yesterday, I was reminded that …
I have great respect for science and appreciate the brilliance and God-given abilities of the men and women who have made our lives safer, more comfortable and healthier through scientific innovations. But my “faith” in science only goes so far. I agree with author/philosopher C.S. Lewis on this matter, “I don’t have enough faith in …
I wish the very best to all of the Division l Baseball Coaches who begin another season. As exciting as this day is, it’s only the beginning. Ravi Zacharias once said, “Beginning well is a momentary thing; finishing well is a lifelong thing.” As we all meet the challenges of a new day or a …
Today, I will attend the funeral of a good friend. Recently, during my last visit with him, he knew he would be leaving soon. He talked about family, friends, former teammates and…Heaven. I was reminded once again what is really important in life; our relationship with family members, friends and with God. Sure, it’s very …
If we only pray when we have a “want” or a “need” we approach God’s throne as spoiled children. Many times, I fall short in thanking God for the many blessings He has given. Recently, I saw this prayer in a devotional: “Thank you for accepting me as I am but not leaving me the …
Have you ever wanted to position yourself in a social setting in order to gain more influence, recognition or power? Perhaps we have all been in that situation a few times in our life. Jesus has much to say about this: “When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of …
Most of us, at times, struggle with the depth of our prayers and whether we are even worthy to pray…and even how often we should pray. Max Lucado says this about prayer: “If prayer depends on how I pray, I’m sunk. But if prayer depends on the One who hears the prayers…then I have hope.” …