As we sit here watching Lord of the Rings, I can’t help but think those were hard days to live in. There was always an enemy knocking at your door. There was always a battle to fight. People had to fight for their protection for their families, for their land,and fight to keep what they … Read more
Have you ever been on a boat? There is something peaceful about being in the water. I love it. The waves, the air and the freedom is exhilarating. Inside every boat is an anchor. When we want to stop or rest or steady our boat all we need to do is drop anchor. The anchor … Read more
You remember that old song? Climb every mountain? Want to know why? God is waiting to meet you at the top of that mountain! Remember Moses? He had to climb that mountain more than once. But God met him there and he received the Word. Exodus 24:12-18 Then the Lord said to Moses, “Come up … Read more
Have you ever run into a positive person? Their attitudes are contagious. They see the best in everything and everyone. Their words are encouraging and hopeful. They may not know everything but they know the God who does. I love “fountain” people. They bring refreshing everywhere they go. What about a complainer? You know that … Read more
We are made of body, mind, and spirit. God made us and called it very good. Then sin entered the world and it’s been a battle ever since. God knew we would need help so Jesus (God in flesh) came and paid the price for our sins. When He rose He gave us the gift … Read more
“Peace. Be still.” That all He said. The wind stopped, the waves quoted, and the boat stopped rocking. What if we did that? What if we brought peace to the storm in our lives and the lives of those around us? What would we feel like if we brought peace to our spirits? What would … Read more
All things are new in Christ. New life, new hope, new ending. Did you ever wish you could write a new ending to your life story? You can! In Christ all things are made new. Don’t like your life? Tired of the craziness? Weary of guilt and shame? It doesn’t have to stay this way. … Read more
Yes, there are times to fight. Fight for what is right, for what is true, fight for what God said could be done here on Earth. But our fights as a Christian aren’t like the movies. We don’t fight evil with guns, or knives, or weapons. The weapons of our warfare are not of this … Read more
Happy New Year Quotes “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt “Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — … Read more
Bless God – even if things are still working themselves out. Bless God who makes a way where there is no way. Bless God who can part the waters and make a safe passageway. Bless God who hides us under the shadow of His wings. Bless God who leads us beside quite waters and restores … Read more
Dear Lord, You know I am tired. This world is so draining. Sometimes it seems like I am just a rat running circles in a cage. These endless bills and living paycheck to paycheck just sucks. Enlarge my vision Lord. Help me to see what purpose I fulfill here on planet Earth. Show me your … Read more
The simple joy of a child Brings hope and optimism To all they touch Innocence personified With goodness and unconditional love For everyone, everywhere. At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Then Jesus called a little child to Him, set him in the midst … Read more