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The Mind of Christ

With Jesus as Lord of our lives, Christ dwells within, and we have His mind. As we read and get to know His Word, we realize more and more that His ways are contrary to human wisdom. Yet hearing His voice and responding to do God’s will pays great dividends and protects us from harm.…

What Does the Future Hold?

  Jesus knows the battlefield of life on earth. He fought the fight and won! Jesus obtained the victory for us! The victory IS ours in Christ! So,      I will not live in fear of the future. Jesus Christ is the strength of my life, and He gives me grace for every situation…

Keep Your Eyes on the Goal

“I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” ~~ Philippians 4:13.    “…Those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it” ~~ 1 Corinthians 9:24. “Enter by the narrow gate; for wide…

Worship

When Heaven seems silent, worship becomes key for believers: Not merely thanking God for what He has done or praising Him for His works, but loving and adoring Him simply for Who He is. Worship brings God’s Presence. Worship turns our eyes from ourselves to Him. The Father seeks those who worship Him in spirit…

Redeeming the Time

This is a challenging year for many—a time to move forward by reducing debt, managing prosperity wisely, and strengthening our relationship with Christ. In uncertain times, we are called to trust God rather than “hoping for the best” or believing in “que sera” in changing circumstances. God is always faithful, giving us His peace, hope,…

Technology

Technology puts the world at our fingertips; and it often seems to rule our lives. Yet nothing is more important than staying connected to our Source: Father God. If we become disconnected from Him, we are left to our own devices—and that never ends well. My heart’s desire is to know Him more intimately each…

God Is Dependable

We can depend completely upon our God. He is Reliable! Our Rock—the One Who made us, redeemed us, claims us as His own, and keeps us secure. “He is the Rock, His works are perfect… a faithful God who does no wrong” ~~ Deuteronomy 32:4. “It is God Himself Who makes us… sure of our…

Don’t Procrastinate! Go! Begin! Get Started!

Procrastination seems pervasive in our society. Too often, people do as little as possible while expecting the greatest possible results. When you know what needs to be done, step up and get started. Don’t wait for tomorrow, make excuses, or shrink back in fear. Take the first step, remain faithful, and finish what you begin.…

Frustrated? Disappointed ?

Living by faith and following the will always involve seasons of waiting until the exact time God has chosen to fulfill His Word. Frustrations or disappointments often are really opportunities God is giving you to teach you to trust Him more confidently and wait for His perfect timing. “In our moments of impatience let us…

We Desire the Authentic

Paul urges believers to guard against those who bring division and distort the truth through smooth words and self-serving motives. Instead, we are to remain wise concerning what is good and innocent concerning what is evil, standing firm in the authentic gospel of Jesus Christ. The great mystery once hidden for generations has now been…

C.S.Lewis Responds to His Wife’s Death

C. S. Lewis once wrote about his response to his wife’s passing from this life: “The less I mourn her, the nearer I seem to her.”  My sorrow and grief re-surfaces and I still get emotional though it’s been over three years since Kathy’s passing. And why? Because she was the love of my life…

The Evangelist

Jesus was anointed by the Holy Spirit to proclaim good news. In Luke 4:18, He declared His mission: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, because He has anointed Me to preach the gospel.” The evangelist carries this same good news—hope for the poor, healing for the brokenhearted, freedom for the captive, and sight…

Peace, Peace Wonderful Peace

This hymn of the church by Warren Cornell & Don Moen really touches my heart. Peace. Peace. Wonderful Peace!  Do you know this hymn? LYRICS Far away in the depths of my spirit tonight Rolls a melody sweeter than psalm In celestial-like strains it unceasingly falls O’er my soul like an infinite calm Peace, peace,…

Pray for Me

I am so grateful for the opportunity to pray for other believers every weekday, and I’m doing that without fail. I’m not in any particular urgent situation or need, but I value your prayers and encouragement.  As I’ve told some at church, I pray for God to continue to increase my compassion, my love for…

God’s Plan — Our Maturity

Today we desperately and urgently need people who are ready to receive a full understanding of what God desires to do in and through them by His Spirit. While some endeavor to fulfill The Ten Commandments in their own strength (and are doomed to fail), and others rely upon their church traditions and teachings, and…

Why Did God Give Israel the Mosaic Law?

God’s purpose was to reveal sin (Romans 3:19; 7:7). As James 2:10 teaches, breaking one command makes a person guilty under the whole Law. That is the nature of legalism—it focuses on failures, not faithfulness. Perhaps you had strict parents or attended a church where performance was emphasized and mistakes were magnified. Legalism rarely notices…