Ignorance of Truth can distort our thoughts and destroy us! Our minds are our personal computers that control our thoughts and actions. Void of truth, they are the workshop for the enemy who controls us through lies and deception. But when we know Jesus as our Savior, study the Bible, meditate on it day and … Continue reading Controlling Thoughts!
Finding Peace!
It's almost impossible to find peace in this world. We've never experienced so much fear and uncertainty from political uprisings, increasing natural disasters, and humanitarian injustice...and at the same time. Yet, as Christians, we can have peace by studying the Bible daily and knowing God and His plans. We're warned that these things will happen … Continue reading Finding Peace!
We Have a Friend!
No one should be alone in this dark, corrupt world, yet many suffer from the fear and stress it brings. There is a Friend who sticks closer than a brother; His name is Jesus. When we accept Jesus as our Savior, His Spirit dwells in us and NEVER leaves us. We can talk to Him, … Continue reading We Have a Friend!
The Panic Mode!
An unexpected problem can send us into panic mode when we see it through our abilities and strengths. But when we give it to God in faith, knowing He hears our prayers and promises to answer, we'll be at peace. But to get the faith we need, we must study the Bible to know God … Continue reading The Panic Mode!
Words of Promise!
The young can't see how far this world has drifted from God because they were born into this mess. The devil rules with hatred and destruction—and most don't realize it. But when we accept Jesus as our Savior and study the Bible to know God, we learn the truth and see what's happening. The end … Continue reading Words of Promise!
His Light is Hope!
Nothing is sure in this dark world anymore. Sin has corrupted everything—values, traditions, political agendas, and even nature. Many think God doesn't care, but He does! He's put His Light in every Christian to shine through the darkness, giving hope to those without hope and sharing God's salvation message with the lost. But time is … Continue reading His Light is Hope!
Tears of Joy!
Many of us compare our lives to others and feel defeated because we look through lustful eyes. But as Christians, we no longer belong to this world; we are citizens of Heaven, and our focus is on Jesus, who pardoned our sins and filled us with His righteousness. Jesus has dealt bountifully with us, and … Continue reading Tears of Joy!
Prayer is Powerful!
The New Year has not been kind to everyone! The vision of hope for many is blurred by disaster and defeat. As Christians, let's rise up and stand in the gap, ask God to stop the evil, and pour His peace and healing onto those who desperately need it. When we pray, God hears us, … Continue reading Prayer is Powerful!
Power Tools!
Many Christians are deceived into believing that legal changes in the law or morals are acceptable to God. But God is Holy; He does not change (Malach 3:6), nor do His laws. Deception is a power tool of the enemy that destroys us (Hosea 4:6), and God warns us about allowing ourselves to be deceived … Continue reading Power Tools!
Believing is Seeing!
Many of us say we have faith, but without works, it's idle words. When we pray about something and have faith in God for the answer, we'll wait expectantly to receive it, prepare for it, look for it, and be at peace like the birds waiting for their food because we know it's coming. But … Continue reading Believing is Seeing!
Today is ALL We Have!
Our world puts no value on today; it focuses on what tomorrow can do for us. We get old and frustrated waiting for a day that will never come while missing out on what God's given us today! It's good to make plans and look forward to fulfilling them, but we should still focus and … Continue reading Today is ALL We Have!
Accepting Changes!
Unexpected situations can change our lives dramatically. We nurture our dreams, make plans, do the groundwork for success, and then bang! Something happens that closes that door forever! The disappointment can crush us into a state of defeat. But as Christians, we must remember that we follow Jesus, and sometimes He closes one door to … Continue reading Accepting Changes!
This is Love!
Many believe God is heartless and non-caring because He does nothing to stop the horrors and corruption in this world. However, God isn't doing this; it's the devil pushing sin because it separates us from God. But his time is running out! The world is heading into God's wrath and will soon know how much … Continue reading This is Love!
Bringing God Down!
Many Christians are defeated by their problems when they won't give them to God, thinking He's too busy. But it's wrong to bring God down to our level! We must submit ourselves to Him because He is omnipotent (the Almighty One who's in control), omniscient (all-knowing), and omnipresent (everywhere, all the time). When we accept … Continue reading Bringing God Down!
Happy New Year!
We don't know what this year will bring, but God knows! He sees it all and will get us through it all with victory when we trust Him. Jesus is our hope and joy, and He's promised that despite what the world does, He will provide our needs, heal us when we're sick, comfort us … Continue reading Happy New Year!
Saying Goodbye!
Saying goodbye can be a bitter-sweet emotion. As we leave the old year behind, many feel sorrow, regret, and even anger for desires not met, plans not achieved, and painful situations not expected. But as Christians, we know God is still in control, and that our battles are part of a spiritual war we can't … Continue reading Saying Goodbye!
Loving Without Judging!
Some Christian brethren are hard to like, let alone love. We all come from diverse backgrounds and cultures; some are burdened with hurts and addictions, and others are puffed up with Christian ego. Yet, God wants us to love them, pray for them, and help them anyway, always remembering that He loved us even when … Continue reading Loving Without Judging!
When We’re at Peace!
We can think, act, and react with compassion and wisdom when we're at peace. But we won't find peace in this corrupt world that hates God and wants to do things its way, to its glory, and to our destruction. As Christians, when we face impossible situations, we must look to God for the answer. … Continue reading When We’re at Peace!
There’s a Lot in a Name!
The name given to Jesus at His birth was no coincidence. The angel instructed Joseph and Mary to call Him Jesus, which is Immanuel, "God is with us." Jesus is God in a human body, who left His throne in Heaven to come to earth, die on the cross, and take on the punishment for … Continue reading There’s a Lot in a Name!