It is time for the world to embrace kindness again. What comes to mind when you think about what kindness means? Unconditional love, compassion for others, selfless actions for those in need….. Kindness is a language without words. A simple smile. A hug of reassurance. A prayer for healing. A squeeze of a hand of …
Today, as I reflect on the terror tragedy in America on 9-11-2001, my thoughts wander with wondering if all of those who lost their lives that day were saved to heaven in Jesus’ name. Were they believers in the mercy, forgiveness, unconditional love, and saving grace of Jesus? That is the lesson we must embrace …
The best part about living surrounded by undisturbed forests is the animals that come to visit. Raccoons are one of my favorites. I could watch and interact with them for hours. It is a kind of solitude for me that calms my soul, grounds my thoughts, and nourishes my curious heart. It is spiritual. Jesus …
Let’s assume Jesus walked the earth today, passed by your home, and said, “Come, follow me.” Would you do it? No preparation. No getting affairs in order. No letting loved ones know where you’re going. It sounds slightly crazy. Now, as Jesus walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew, his brother, …
God intricately created the world so that there is healing widely available. Revelation 22:3 speaks of the tree of life standing by the river bearing crops of fruit and leaves for healing nations. The deeper meaning of the tree of life is that because of the forgiveness of sin through the blood of Jesus, there …
When we are patiently waiting for God to move, if our attitudes are not aligned with Jesus, it will be impossible not to become irritated. While waiting for anything in life for some is easier than others, this fast-paced, whirlwind world we live in tests everyone’s patience. We must seek to slow our minds and …
How is your living in the evil world going? Are you joining in or standing out in Jesus’ name? Who we truly are within will either shine through or throw daggers no matter what is going on around us. God within provides stability. Holy Spirit guides us in the wilderness, turning heartache into singing praises …
How are you nurturing your Holy Spirit within? Praying ~ Reading the Word ~ Singing ~ Seeking Worship in Community of Believers ~ Serving others……. How serious are you about it? To nurture is to take on the nature and character that God has for each of us. Spiritual development does not happen by unconscious …
Your future starts way before you get there. It is the culmination of lifestyles, choices, hard decisions, and planning. What does your future look like from today forward? It is never too late to seek the One who already has the plan for you. Take time to reflect on where you’ve been and where you’re …
What you are focused on will influence you more than you know. As humans, we are highly aware of our feelings, so if we fixate on everything that is going on in this world, we will totally miss God’s presence among us. Holy is giving us warning after warning, but are we truly getting it? …
