Recently, I read this quote by former Navy Seal, Nick Hays: “You don’t rise to the occasion, you sink to your level of perpetration. “…be prepared in season and out of season…” (2 Timothy 4:2) “In your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you …
God doesn’t require us to “get it all together” before we come to Him. He wants us to come to Him so that He can help us “get it together.” If you want to turn from sin, God says, “Come now, let us reason together. Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be white …
When disappointments invade my life, I can either blame someone else, feel sorry for myself, or use them as an opportunity to learn and grow. Recently, I ran across this prayer. I don’t know who prayed this prayer, but it’s a great one for me to remember: “Lord Jesus, you embraced your cross to redeem …
– [ ] Many of us are angry with the way Christians are portrayed in the media, in movies and on television. Some even defend our faith by hurling back insults in social media. I must admit, I’m tempted at times to do that as well. – [ ] When Jesus was arrested, Peter drew …
Jesus didn’t give His life on a cruel cross to forgive us for a few of our sins. He gave His life to forgive all of our sins…past, present and future! Because of this wondrous sacrifice, we can have a relationship with God, freedom from sin and eternal life! “He forgave us all our sins…” …
“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” (Ephesians 4:29) Now that I’m no longer coaching, this verse is much easier for me to read! But even now, is my “talk” helpful …
Lou Holtz once said, “I can’t believe that God put us on this earth to be ordinary.” As believers we should strive for excellence in every facet of our lives. “Whatever you do, work at it with all of your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men…” (Colossians 3:23) Keith Madison SCORE International
Yesterday, the University of Kentucky baseball team visited the Shriners Children’s Hospital in Houston prior to their game in the “Shriner’s College Classic” at Minute Maid Park. Alec Cabacungan, a young man we often see on the Shriner’s commercials, was there to receive an award. Alec has a brittle bone disease and has had over …
“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24) If we focus on what God has done for us today instead of the negativity the world throws in our path, we will have a much better day. I promise. We don’t have to fake it. Encourage …
Do you ever feel inadequate? Others have more wealth, more education, more connections or more charisma. You may ask, “how can I make a positive impact on my family, where I work, in my community or on my team?” Many years ago, I was feeling this way when a friend told me, “God doesn’t need …