Inspiration
True Enemy
Our daughter had gotten into trouble for something—though the exact reason escapes me now. What I do remember is her dramatic outburst after being punished. She looked up at me and shouted, “I hate you!” In her eyes, I was the enemy for taking away her TV time. It’s a classic reaction of blaming the…
Read MoreIn The Lord’s Service
A couple of decades back in an adult Sunday school setting, my Pastor and father in the faith, began a course of teaching called, “In the Lord’s Service.” It was to strengthen those already in ministry leadership positions, teach those new to these positions, and inspire others to rise and accept positions. With revelation of…
Read MoreWrestling
Jacob’s life was a relentless struggle from the start. Even before birth, he wrestled with his twin brother Esau. As a young man, Jacob used deceit to claim Esau’s birthright and blessing, leading him to flee to his uncle Laban. There, Jacob faced another long battle, as Laban repeatedly deceived him, testing his patience. Yet…
Read MoreRenewing Your Mind: Where Faith Meets Neuroscience
As Christians, we’re called to a powerful journey of mental and spiritual transformation. The Bible’s wisdom on renewing our minds aligns beautifully with modern psychology, offering us a holistic path to overcome negative thought patterns and embrace God’s truth. Scripture provides us with powerful guidance for transforming our minds. In 2 Corinthians 10:5, we’re instructed…
Read MoreFinding Strength in Your Insecurities: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse
Insecurities are often perceived as weaknesses, but for those recovering from narcissistic abuse, they can be signposts pointing towards deeper wounds that require healing. These insecurities are not just emotional hurdles; they are indicators of areas in our lives that need attention and care. Narcissistic abuse, whether emotional, psychological, or spiritual, leaves deep scars. It…
Read MoreThe Pursuit
1 John 4:8 (Amplified Version) “To the one who does not love has not become acquainted with God(does not and never did know Him), for God is love. (He is the originator of love, and it is an enduring attribute of His nature)” Looking back on my life, after forty-six years of living, I now…
Read MoreHas God Ever Stopped You in Your Tracks
Proverbs 14:12 NLT There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death. There is usually one person in every group who thinks they know the way to go, or how to do something. Often pride in that one’s heart deceives them into believing that theirs is the only way.…
Read MoreTHE WAY TO THE ABIDING LIFE
My dear Christian friends, living a “sin-less” life is a good goal. Unfortunately, many settle for that, but it is not the aim Christ had in mind for us. Living a “self-less” life is His goal for us. There is a big difference. Many either do not know the difference between the two or do…
Read MoreRepentance, The Way In, Out, and Back.
As a new, young, and immature Christian I did not hear a lot about repentance. I heard much about confessing sins and remember saying “I’m sorry” a lot in my prayer time. When I did begin to hear of repentance, I would shy away, never understanding its importance. Growing some in the Word I began…
Read MoreSuccess In Leadership, Prove Yourself
I have always highly valued the accounts of David’s life in the Bible. Primarily because he was a man after God’s heart. But also because there are many life lessons that I have learned. Many of these lessons, when I received them in my heart and applied them to my life, gave me a key…
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