Some feel it's their calling to judge others for their faults. But as Christians, we don't walk in judgment but in humility. Not one of us deserves the salvation we were given because we're ALL sinners saved by grace. And not one of us is perfect, as we all still do things we shouldn't and … Continue reading Loving Beyond the Faults
Love and Fear
Many fear the dark and the future because of the rumors of wars, growing pestilence, and food shortages. Yet, Jesus told us these things would happen as this world heads into destruction. As Christians, we are at peace because we know God's love is greater than anything this world can do, and our hope and … Continue reading Love and Fear
Godly Wisdom
Worldly wisdom will not bring peace, joy, health, or long life; it's temporal, unstable, and changes often. But Godly wisdom is from the Lord and never changes; it's the essence of peace, joy, health, and eternal life! When we accept Jesus as our Savior, His Spirit lives in us and teaches us all Truth through … Continue reading Godly Wisdom
A New Day
Many of us begin our days with challenges and pain, and it's easy to forget the good things we have in life. But we shouldn't allow anything to ruin the day God has made for us; we should begin our day with praise to Him for His love and mercy, for what He's done and … Continue reading A New Day
Happy New Year 2023!
Many of us see this time as the beginning of great things we have planned for ourselves; others fear what lies ahead. The good news is that God made today for us and wants us to draw close to Him. As this world heads into destruction, we need to fill up on God's love, hope, … Continue reading Happy New Year 2023!
It’s New Year’s Eve
Today, we'll prepare to welcome the New Year and make resolutions for tomorrow. From losing weight to improving finances to gaining material possessions, we'll promise ourselves that we will do it. Still, most of us will fail because we seek carnal things and depend on ourselves to get them. As Christians, our resolution should be … Continue reading It’s New Year’s Eve
Why Pray?
Why bother to pray if God knows what we're praying about before we pray? God, our Father, wants to have fellowship with us, His children, and it's because we have needs that many even bother to talk to Him at all. If God gave us everything at whim, we'd soon get puffed up and forget … Continue reading Why Pray?
Looking Beyond
Despite the chaos and unrest of this fallen world, there's still "good" around us in God's creation. He gives us picturesque seasons of splendor and a breathtaking exhibition of stars that light up the universe. Birds continue to dazzle us with color and character, and cuddly animals bring joy to our hearts. When we look … Continue reading Looking Beyond
I Can Do It!
We're not Christian because we know about God or agree that Jesus is the world's Savior—even the demons believe that. We're Christian because we ACCEPT Jesus as our Lord and Savior, REPENT of our sins, COMMIT our lives and FOLLOW Him, and are FILLED with His Spirit. Then we STUDY the Bible, and His Spirit … Continue reading I Can Do It!
Maybe Today!
The Old Testament is filled with promises of the Savior's birth. Few people, including religious leaders, were prepared to receive Him, but Jesus came anyway. His return is mentioned even more, and Jesus gave us signs to look for that mark the time of His return, and they're ALL happening now. Most religious leaders don't … Continue reading Maybe Today!
The Day After
It's the day after Christmas. Many of us will continue to celebrate with visiting family and friends, and others will see it as over and wait for the New Year festivity. As Christians, we will continue to celebrate the birth of Jesus because, although He's no longer a baby in the manger, He IS our … Continue reading The Day After
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas, everyone! I hope you have a wonderful day as we rejoice in the birth of our Savior, God's promise to us, and our salvation! If you’re not following this blog yet, please click the BLUE follow button or add your EMAIL ADDRESS in the space to the right of this page so you … Continue reading Merry Christmas!
Good Tidings of Great Joy!
On the night Jesus was born, the angel didn't appear to the religious leaders or notables to give them the good news; He came to the shepherds. They were considered the lowest people and weren't respected or included in any social events, but they loved God and waited for their Messiah. God doesn't look at … Continue reading Good Tidings of Great Joy!
Good News!
Christmas is when we celebrate the good news! God fulfilled His promise to send a Savior who would take the punishment for our sins so we could be redeemed to God and live with Him forever. Jesus IS that Savior. He gave up His throne in Heaven to be born in a barn, live a … Continue reading Good News!
The Night Before Christmas
The Night Before Christmas It was the night before Christmas and all through the house every creature was praising, even the mouse. The Bibles were open to the pages with care, which showed us so clearly, Jesus was near. The children were singing and clapping their hands with visions of a baby being born in … Continue reading The Night Before Christmas
A Special Time of Year
There's a special peace that comes at Christmas time. People are friendlier and more open to social graces, and we can more easily speak with family, friends, and neighbors than at any other time. Surrounded by God's peace, we CAN forgive those who have hurt us AND ask for forgiveness from those WE have hurt. … Continue reading A Special Time of Year
Why the Gifts?
Wise men brought gifts to Jesus. They were priests from different lands who knew their Messiah had been born and followed the star on foot to the home of Joseph and Mary. They presented their gifts to the young boy: GOLD because Jesus was a King, FRANKINCENSE because Jesus would become their High Priest, and … Continue reading Why the Gifts?
What’s in a Name?
Mary didn't choose her baby's name; God told her to call him Jesus because He was Immanuel, "God with us" (Isaiah 7:14). He came to be the Savior of the world by giving His life so our sins would be forgiven, and then raising from the grave to give us eternal life with Him. The … Continue reading What’s in a Name?
He Gave His Son
Christians focus on the manger at Christmas to celebrate the birth of Jesus, our Savior. Baby Jesus was not the biological son of Joseph OR Mary; He is God's Son, and Mary and Joseph were chosen BY God to be His earthly parents. God GAVE His Son to us so that as a man, He … Continue reading He Gave His Son
The Epitome of Love
As Christians, we celebrate Christmas in gratitude for the humble baby born in Bethlehem many years ago. Jesus was no ordinary baby. He was, is, and always will be the Son of God who loved us so much that He was willing to temporarily step down from His throne in Heaven to rescue us. He … Continue reading The Epitome of Love
Smile, God Loves You! 