We don't choose our challenges in life, but we CAN choose how to handle them. When we're working on our own merits, and within this world's limits, we WILL experience anxiety and stress because the god of this world wants it that way. But when we give our issues to Jesus and TRUST Him—knowing that … Continue reading Our Choice: Anxiety or Peace
Giving Up is NOT an Option
Many of us face challenges and give up because defeat seems inevitable. As Christians, we pray for the salvation of family members and friends and for healing and needs to be met, but we don't see any change. That's because our battles are spiritual, not physical, and God's timing is not our timing. We must … Continue reading Giving Up is NOT an Option
Be an Overcomer
It's easy to get discouraged these days. We're burdened with personal problems, surrounded by global chaos, and fear for our future. But when Jesus is our Savior, we can live in peace one day at a time because we know He watches over us and takes care of us. We don't have to fight the … Continue reading Be an Overcomer
God is Faithful
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. In faith, we step into an elevator and trust that it won't fall, and we drive our cars and assume we'll arrive safely. Yet, when it comes to God, many of us have no faith in Him because we don't know … Continue reading God is Faithful
Why We Aren’t Consumed
God is Holy and hates sin, and if it weren't for His mercies, none of us would be alive today; sin would have destroyed us. But God doesn't want anyone to perish, so He continually pours His mercy upon people so they'll turn from the world and accept Jesus as their Savior. Even after we're … Continue reading Why We Aren’t Consumed
Watching and Waiting
Since the first sin, this world has been heading toward God's judgment. Everything Jesus warned us about in Matthew 24 is happening and getting worse every day, but we don't need to be afraid because God is STILL in control and watching over the good and the evil. The world threatens to destroy us, but … Continue reading Watching and Waiting
Freedom
We're surrounded by global government uprisings, rumors of wars, threats of climatic disasters, new diseases, and civil unrest. Sadly, we know much of the truth is hidden from us, and many are afraid. Yet, as Christians, we're at peace when we study the Bible and know the truth! God is still in control, and this … Continue reading Freedom
Follow the Leader
Humility is not popular; striving for leadership positions and status is more satisfying. Yet, as Christians, we know that Jesus became the epimone of humility when He stepped down from His Heavenly throne to become a man who would be mocked, humiliated, beaten, disgraced, and killed on the cross for our sins. But He rose … Continue reading Follow the Leader
Privilege Brings Responsibility
Most of us live in privilege, but when we look beyond our comfort zone, we see many suffering without hope. While we snuggle in our cozy homes this winter, millions of people in Ukraine and other parts of Europe will suffer and die because they have no hydro, no heat, no food, and no hope. … Continue reading Privilege Brings Responsibility
Our Hope For Others
We can't judge people according to their appearance. Many people, Christian and non-Christian, dress nicely and smile on the outside but are suffering on the inside; others show their pain through their bad attitude. As Christians, we can be friends who bless them with our love and prayers and show compassion without judgment. We speak … Continue reading Our Hope For Others
Changing Focus
This world programs people to focus on themselves and what they can get out of life. So, they strive for newer, bigger, and more elaborate things to satisfy that goal, but material things wear out or get stolen, and desires change, so they are never satisfied. But as Christians, we know God supplies our daily … Continue reading Changing Focus
Set Free
Many people are deceived by false "Christian" doctrines because they don't read their Bibles to know the Truth. Jesus IS the Truth, and the more we study the Scriptures, the more we know Him, His ways, His promises, and what He has in store for this sinful world. As we continue to seek the Lord … Continue reading Set Free
Send Me
In this world of ego and self-esteem, many people seek recognition for their good work. But as Christians, we want to help people in their time of need, tell them that Jesus loves them—and give God the glory! We are the Lord's hands, feet, and voice on this earth; our purpose is to do His … Continue reading Send Me
Serve with Gladness
There's a big difference between trying to be a Christian and being one. When we know Jesus as our Savior, it's NOT a chore to read our Bibles or pray because we WANT to know AND obey God, and we WANT to help others and pray for their needs. It's our JOY to sing praises … Continue reading Serve with Gladness
Light and Darkness
This dark world is heading for self-destruction. The only reason it hasn't destroyed itself yet is that Christians are still in it, praying and interceding for people. Jesus came into this world as THE Light to shine through the darkness, and when we accept Him as our Savior, we're filled with HIS Light, and He … Continue reading Light and Darkness
Peace Amid the Turmoil
The world is filled with anxiety, but God gives grace and peace to those who know and trust Him. Building a relationship with Him is personal, and it only comes when we make Jesus our first love, above our desires for anything in this world. We can only do that when we study the Bible … Continue reading Peace Amid the Turmoil
Be Prepared!
Many people aren't prepared for some of life's challenges. But as Christians, we CAN be prepared by starting each morning with praise and thanksgiving to God, asking Him to lead and guide us throughout the day. God is still in control and often allows these challenges to help us grow so we can learn to … Continue reading Be Prepared!
Looking at the Sunny Side
Many of us suffer because the darkness that hovers over this world causes us to give up, YET there IS a Light still shining. When we accept Jesus as our Savior, He becomes the Lord who takes care of us and fights our battles for us, and He also becomes our Healer, Provider, Counselor, Teacher, … Continue reading Looking at the Sunny Side
Don’t Be Conformed
Deception is powerful; its end is destruction! Satan used it to bring sin into this world and will continue to use it until Jesus returns. Governments use it to conform us to its ways and laws apart from God, and people use it for personal gain. But as Christians, we study the Bible, learn the … Continue reading Don’t Be Conformed
Happy Thanksgiving to all My Canadian Friends!
Today is the Canadian Thanksgiving! As Christians, we look around at all the tangible things we have, remember all the trials Jesus has brought us through, and look ahead to an eternal Home with Him, and we know we're blessed. God loves everyone and demonstrated that love when He sent Jesus to earth to die … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving to all My Canadian Friends!
Smile, God Loves You! 