Do you know those people in your life, or at work, or the neighborhood, that you know you have a very difficult time liking, or even getting along with? Or perhaps the feelings are even a bit harsher than that? I know this isn’t easy, but listen to this found in 1st John 4:7-8 Dear…
I think it’s safe to say that many of us love good, fresh fruit in any season. It is also safe to say that we are disappointed when we get home from the store, only to find out that the fruit is old or flavorless. God’s word also speaks about fruit. Not the kind that…
If we are looking for true and lasting results, there would be no use in just ‘hearing’ accurate instructions, if we were unwilling to follow them and put them in to practice. And, just looking at the pictures is never enough, especially when it comes to the complexities and challenges of life. This is profoundly…
Of Course there’s nothing wrong with making money, raising a family and blessing others. However, it would not at all be a stretch to see that money has created much of the world’s greatest problems and tragedies, currently and historically. The bible gives us the clarity on this: ‘No servant can serve two masters. Either…
Have you been doing your very best to serve the Lord, to be a blessing to other people, and to give of yourself for the sake of others – while all along there seems to be nothing in the way of visible results? Listen to this: ‘Therefore my dear brothers, Stand firm. Let nothing move…
As a Pastor, I have heard many times how people have been overlooked, passed over for promotions, unfairly treated, and even ridiculed for wanting to bring an effort of excellence to their place of employment. How does a person deal with this sort of thing? The bible tells us: ‘Whatever you do, work at it…
Is there a word from the Bible that can bless and minister to those who find themselves weary and burdened by the cares of this life and need to find a place of rest and peace? Yes, Jesus said: ‘Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.…
There are many who are saddened today because they feel the dreams and goals and desires of their hearts have either been ruined, left behind, or dashed to pieces because of the hardships we experience in this life. But the Bible gives us great and glorious news that will reignite your hope: ‘Delight yourself in…
Have you ever wondered why we have not been completely overwhelmed by the difficulties, horrors and unspeakable violence that we see perpetrated in this world? How have we been able to keep our heads above the water of all of these realities and daily challenges? The Bible tells us: ‘Because of the Lord’s great love…
In a world where everything is constantly changing, where are the absolutes? Where are the things that are forever dependable, and remain unchanged by human reason, feelings, weather or even political opinions? The Bible answers this for us: ‘Jesus Christ is the same yesterday today and forever. That is found in Hebrews 13:8 – Thank…