Some days it seems as if we have a bag of problems just dropped at our feet and we have to solve them now or else - but with little time, money or resources, and without the insight of where to begin or how far to go. And then the more we concentrate on them, the more … Continue reading Look beyond yourself
Author: Ronnie Dauber
Just ask
As we go about our life and unpleasant things happen - and they do happen to all of us - sometimes we wonder where God was, or why He let that happen, or why doesn't He do something about it. If we need something, shouldn't He just give it to us - if He really … Continue reading Just ask
Where do you turn for help?
Every day can seem like an endless road of trials and temptations when we make rush decisions, and many of us stop to ponder over them and wonder if we did the right thing. Should I have done this? Gone there? Married him? With life often racing at us in overwhelming leaps and bounds, how … Continue reading Where do you turn for help?
God is our refuge
Psalm 62:8 says, "God is a refuge for us." That means that He's always there for us. He's there for us to talk to, to tell our problems to and to pour our tears upon. He has big shoulders that never get too heavy for any of our burdens. Sometimes we need someone there who will just … Continue reading God is our refuge
Religion – who needs it!
There are so many variations of religion that come in the guise of Christianity and many people are wondering if any of it is true or if the whole thing is just another demanding organization to keep people under control. Sadly, religion is a man-made doctrine taken from Biblical principals that inputes control onto a submissive congregation. … Continue reading Religion – who needs it!
What is Easter Sunday?
Matthew 28:1-7 “In the end of the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first [day] of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulcher. And behold, there was a great earthquake for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone from … Continue reading What is Easter Sunday?
Listen and Be Blessed
"Jesus has overcome and the grave is overwhelmed. The victory is won. He is risen from the dead and I will rise when he calls my name. No more sorrow, no more pain. I will rise on eagle's wings, before my God fall on my knees and rise!" Listen to the video, I Will Rise … Continue reading Listen and Be Blessed
Matthew 27: 45-66
45,46: Now from the sixth hour until the ninth hour there was darkness over all the land. And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, "Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?" that is, "My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?" 50-66: And Jesus cried out again with a loud voice, … Continue reading Matthew 27: 45-66
This is Jesus, the King of the Jews
Matthew 27:27-37 "Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole garrison around Him. And they stripped Him and put a scarlet robe on Him. When they had twisted a crown of thorns, they put [it] on His head, and a reed in His right hand. And … Continue reading This is Jesus, the King of the Jews
God’s promise
"And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me."...John 12:32 As Good Friday approaches, we are reminded that Christ was lifted up from the earth as He made Himself a sacrifice for our sins. What can be more rewarding than knowing that because we honor what Christ has … Continue reading God’s promise
I can’t take any more….
The frustrations of life can often cause us to cry out, "I can't take any more!" But the truth is, you can take what is being given to you now and you can do it because there IS an answer, and if you let God help you, you WILL find that answer. "God is faithful … Continue reading I can’t take any more….
What is Impossible?
What is impossible to people is very possible to God. He is the creator of the earth and of our existence. If anyone can fix something or provide something it would be God. Our human minds are only a tiny dot of what God's mind is. Our abilities are limited to our mind - and … Continue reading What is Impossible?
Take the time to pray
Our lives are filled with challenges that take our thoughts each day and what we often forget to do is take the time to pray. When dawn greets us in the morning we should give thanks to God above and pray for friends and family that they might know His love, That He … Continue reading Take the time to pray
Why is it better to give than to receive?
We all love to unwrap presents as we try to anticipate with excitement what's inside. Receiving gifts is fun and encouraging and can be the highlight of our day. So, why would anyone rather give something than receive it? There is a blessing that comes - joy unspeakable - when we can give to others … Continue reading Why is it better to give than to receive?
The devil made me do it…
When we do things we shouldn't - and we know we shouldn't do them - our favorite fallback is to say, 'the devil made me do it'. And since the only two influences we have in life are God or the devil, that is somewhat true. But we can't really blame the devil for something … Continue reading The devil made me do it…
Join me in my prayerful stand against cancer
Not counting the actual letters in the word, 'cancer' is undoubtedly the worst of the four-letter words. I think most of us have suffered the loss of someone we love to this horrific curse. We can't wait for the world any longer as it tries to find a cure to this deadly disease. We need … Continue reading Join me in my prayerful stand against cancer
Your money or your life!
What can possibly be more important or more precious than money or what money can buy? The obvious answer would be the gift of life. Life tops the charts for having the greatest value of anything in this world. Each of us has one life, one person that we are totally responsible for and one life to … Continue reading Your money or your life!
What day is it today?
"This is the day the Lord has made. We should rejoice and be glad in it." (Psalms 118:24) If we could focus on that one scripture and realize that today - this minute - is the only true time we have, we would be able to see more clearly the good things that are right … Continue reading What day is it today?
Is humility a bad thing?
A humble person is able to accept the reality of a situation and address it regardless of how embarrassing or humiliating it may be. A person filled with pride will avoid it or ignore it, and act as if it were not their concern. Pride often prevents us from keeping peace or considering the feelings of others. A humble … Continue reading Is humility a bad thing?
Is laughter really the best medicine?
Laughter is the perfect medicine for someone who’s down in the dumps and needs a boost. It’s also the daily preventative medicine that helps to keep happy people happy. Proverbs 15:13 says, “A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance.” And that’s true because people who are happy-going always seem to look free, almost as if … Continue reading Is laughter really the best medicine?
Smile, God Loves You! 