Bitterness prevents us from being effective in just about everything we want to accomplish. God’s love opens doors and releases us from that prison. “Too many Christians become bitter and angry in the conflict. If we descend into hatefulness, we have already lost the battle. We must cooperate with God in turning what was meant …
Jesus restores life. If our lives feel empty it’s because we need more of Jesus. He is the only One who gives life and fulfillment. Jesus said: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”(John 10:10) “Religion is man’s …
“When the whole world is running towards a cliff, he who is running in the opposite direction appears to have lost his mind.”-C.S. Lewis “But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” (Matthew 7:14) It’s easier to follow the crowd. It’s easier to just …
Received a great devotional from Clint Hurdle this morning. Within it was the following quote from C.S. Lewis: “Human history is the long terrible story of man trying to find something other than God which will make him happy.” “But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we …
Love your enemies. (Matthew 5:44)Pray for those in authority. (1 Timothy 2:1-6)Take the lower seat at the table. (Luke 14:10)Your will (not mine) be done. (Matthew 6:10) Ouch! These are difficult teachings for those of us who want to be in control. But Jesus wants us to let go. He wants us to surrender our …
We’ve all made mistakes. But the more time we spend looking at our past, the less time we spend looking at God. “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.”(C.S. Lewis) “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive …
People place limitations on you. They look at test scores, evaluations, diplomas (or lack there of). They look at your past. Then they tell you what level of potential you have. Many times, we even limit ourselves. Listen closely. “With God all things are possible.” It’s His calling on our lives and our willingness to …
My first year as the coach at Kentucky we broke the school record for wins. It wasn’t because of my coaching. It was because the players themselves wanted to go in the opposite direction from the year before, when they broke the school record for losses. It’s impossible to drag people along to change their …
As a baseball coach, knowing what to say during a mound visit may determine the outcome of a game, or even the future effectiveness of the pitcher. Does the pitcher need motivation? Does he need focus? Does he need encouragement? Does he need a firm ‘talking to’? When I send out these text messages each …
“Jesus is life. As Creator, he gave physical life to our bodies…As Savior, he is the One who alone gives spiritual life to our dead hearts.” (Paul David Tripp) “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you …