They say first impressions are everything, but that's not true. Some people can be usually happy, kind, and giving, but then something overwhelming happens to them, and when we see them for the first time, they appear cold and unfriendly. Yet, despite their attitude, God wants us to treat them as He treats us—with love … Continue reading First Impressions
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He’s Done Great Things for Us
As Christians, we thank God for our families and the many blessings He's given us, but there's so much more for which we're grateful! Jesus took the punishment for our sins at the cross, sparing us from God's judgment and giving us eternal life with Him. His Spirit lives in us, teaches us about God, … Continue reading He’s Done Great Things for Us
I Believe It!
What is faith? It's our confidence in God, the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). It's NOT given automatically when we accept Jesus as our Savior. We can't get it by mimicking the words and actions of others OR reciting positive words. Faith comes from studying the Bible to … Continue reading I Believe It!
Begin Each New Day
We live in a fast-paced world that demands our every thought. As Christians, if we aren't careful, we could be deceived into following the wrong people, making bad decisions, and taking mistaken actions. So, we need to study the Bible daily to know God and fill up on His truth, and we have to begin … Continue reading Begin Each New Day
Temptations
It's hard to ignore the desire for newer, bigger, and better things when the advertising world says we need them. So we submit to the scheme and become material-minded and get angry when we can't get them, But as Christians, our focus should be on God, not material wealth. The closer to Jesus we get … Continue reading Temptations
Don’t Give In
It's not easy to pray about something and then do nothing as we wait for God's help. Many of us get restless because we fear the world and the outcome of our problem more than we trust God. As His children, we must remember that WE are following Jesus; He isn't following us. We may … Continue reading Don’t Give In
Don’t Surrender to Defeat
Many people surrender to defeat because they don't know the truth. As Christians, we need to study the Bible so God's Spirit in us can teach us and train us in His Truth. When Jesus went into the wilderness after he was baptized in the Jordan River, the devil came to tempt Him, but Jesus … Continue reading Don’t Surrender to Defeat
Why Would I do That?
Why does God want us to love and pray for those who deliberately hurt us? Because we were once sinners, enemies of God by serving the god of this world, and yet, Jesus didn't turn us away. He took OUR sins and bore the punishment for them on the cross even though WE didn't deserve … Continue reading Why Would I do That?
A Well of Water
This world has become a sinful, chaotic mess with no hope or peace for a better tomorrow. Our children's future is dark as sin and corruption continue to grow. But God.....! Jesus made a way where there was no way and offered His life on the cross to take away our sins and set us … Continue reading A Well of Water
Happy Father’s Day!
As a father, your job is a great responsibility, yet it can be very rewarding. When you follow Jesus and seek His wisdom, passion, and strength to help you raise your children, you will reap a blessed reward. As you walk in the way of the Lord and teach your children to follow and obey … Continue reading Happy Father’s Day!
Emotional Anticipation
There's fear (reverence for things that CAN hurt us), and then there's fear (emotional anticipation of the unknown). When we become Christians, we study the Bible, and God's Spirit teaches us and leads us in all truth. Problems still arise, and often the first thing the devil does is stir our emotions, so we surrender … Continue reading Emotional Anticipation
Learning to be Content
The world has programmed us to believe that we deserve material wealth, so we strive toward it and get depressed when we don't get it. But when we focus on Jesus and all He's done for us and is doing, we are content with what we have. We know God is faithful and supplies our … Continue reading Learning to be Content
Que Sera, Sera
It's easy to give in to the ways of this world, due to ignorance or because we don't want to make an issue out of something we disagree with. But as Christians, we need to study the Bible to know God and His Truth, so we'll know what's good and what's evil. Isaiah 5:20 says, … Continue reading Que Sera, Sera
Trees by the Water
This world's system is collapsing, and many fear the perils that lie ahead. But as Christians, our confidence is in Jesus, not the world. HE is OUR Lord and has promised to never leave or forsake us. He told us to cast all our cares onto Him and that He'd fight our battles for us. … Continue reading Trees by the Water
Live or Die
Many people fear death, which is normal when they don't know God and haven't accepted His salvation. God created each of us with an eternal soul that'll live in one of two destinations after death. For the world, it begins with being judged by God, followed by an endless torment and complete separation from Him. … Continue reading Live or Die
Love and Hate
This world says God is biased, unfair, and demanding—but God is Holy AND just in all His ways. He LOVES us but HATES sin because sin takes its followers into eternal punishment, and God doesn't want anyone to perish. So, Jesus came and gave His life for ours, taking our sin upon Himself and freeing … Continue reading Love and Hate
Trying Not to Sin
Many people think that to be a Christian means following rules that deny them fun in life. But being a Christian is when life begins. We surrender to Jesus all our sins, and He becomes our Lord and Savior and gives us a new heart with His Spirit. As we study the Bible, He teaches … Continue reading Trying Not to Sin
The Reason
Sometimes, we just want to praise the Lord! We know that Jesus loves us more than anyone and that He suffered the death of the cross to save us from God's judgment against sin. Jesus walks with us, watches over us every minute of every day, and has promised us an eternal Home with Him. … Continue reading The Reason
Submit the Little Things
Many Christians think they only need to pray about the big things in life. But Apostle Paul tells us in Philippians 4:6 to pray about EVERYTHING because if we don't, Satan can get into the little things and turn them into big problems. We have to begin each new day seeking God's direction, wisdom, and … Continue reading Submit the Little Things
We’re All Guilty
Sinful actions result from an evil heart, an inherent condition that everyone is born with (Psalm 51:5). We ALL need Jesus, the Savior who died on the cross in our place and took the judgment for our sins so we could be free! He died for everyone and doesn't want anyone to perish (2 Peter … Continue reading We’re All Guilty
Opinions and Values
The values and benchmarks in our world are changing. Personal opinion and biased rights are replacing security and peace, and this new way of life is breeding hostility and aggression. It can be easy for Christians to get caught up in the hype when someone's opinion and actions challenge our beliefs. But when we stay … Continue reading Opinions and Values
I Will Hope Continually
It's not easy to praise the Lord when bad things happen to us. But let's not forget that Jesus said we WOULD have tribulation in this world. Sometimes, the devil comes against us to destroy us, and sometimes God allows things to happen to teach us something. Regardless, as Paul wrote in Romans 8:28, all … Continue reading I Will Hope Continually
How to Overcome Stress
We all face times when we become overwhelmed with a situation, and stress sets in. The more we focus on it, the more stressed we become, and that's because we are trying to deal with it in our own strength and within our own abilities. But when we remember that Jesus is our Lord and … Continue reading How to Overcome Stress
Today Could Be the Day
The world around us is falling apart with its immorality and wickedness. Yet, as Christians amid this chaos and confusion, we rejoice because Jesus warned us that these things would happen. He's given us this time of grace to repent and come to Him, and when we accept Jesus as our Savior, the One who … Continue reading Today Could Be the Day
Who to Call When You Need Help
Regardless of what we face in life, we can get through it when we run to God and seek His help and protection! As Christians, Jesus is our Lord, the Shepherd who takes care of His sheep, so when the world comes against us, HE is the One we run to and whose arms are … Continue reading Who to Call When You Need Help
Smile, God Loves You! 