Choosing Faith Each Day, Daniel, God's Character, Trusting in God

God Uses Broken People 

Sometimes it is not the situation before us, but how we respond. When we are faced with obstacles that seem insurmountable, how do we react? I don't want to go through stressful times, but when I find myself there, I do want to put my trust in God. I can tell you how I want… Continue reading God Uses Broken People 

Choosing Faith Each Day

Don’t Lash Out In Anger, Let God Fight Your Battles

Has anyone ever told lies about you? It’s no fun being the victim of lies.  Know what? You can choose not to be a victim. You can free yourself from the lies.  Unfortunately there have been several times in my life that people have felt the urge to tell lies about me. One person would… Continue reading Don’t Lash Out In Anger, Let God Fight Your Battles

Faith, Matthew, Romans

Salvation: Prayer to Accept Jesus as Your Lord and Savior

Have you ever heard, “Oh my faith is a private choice.” I was once one of those people.  My story began at a Christmas Service, I felt the Holy Spirit as the Christmas songs rang throughout the sanctuary.  I will never forget this verse from Matthew 10:33, “whoever denies Me before men, him I will… Continue reading Salvation: Prayer to Accept Jesus as Your Lord and Savior

Genesis, Marriage

God’s Purpose For Men and Women 

Every human was created for a purpose. God has given each of us unique gifts that can be used for God’s good purpose. Adam was the first human created, and God tasked him with tending the Garden of Eden. At the beginning of the bible, God lays out his plan. Then the Lord God took the man and put… Continue reading God’s Purpose For Men and Women 

Choosing Faith Each Day, God's love for us, Philippians, Psalm

It Is Time To Try God’s Way

As I get older I realize, wow I have so much to learn!  Some things in life stay constant, but our reaction or how we deal with them can change. Sometimes, we will slip back into the way that we have always done things. We may need to shake things up a bit and realize… Continue reading It Is Time To Try God’s Way

Hope and Peace, John

Peace is a Breath Away

Good Morning! It is a another rainy day here. I am looking outside at the two cute doves sitting on my deck. Whenever I see them, I know that God is watching over my family and me. During uncertain times, the Holy Spirit is a permanent sign of peace. I worry too much, if it… Continue reading Peace is a Breath Away

John

What is Embedded in Your Heart?

Happy Friday! I started reading the bible occasionally 5 years ago. We switched to a bible based church 3 years ago. Now, it has become a habit to read the bible every morning. It focuses my mind on what is really important and  gives me something to think about during the day. This morning, I… Continue reading What is Embedded in Your Heart?

Zechariah

A Pure Heart

Good morning. It is cold today. It feels like 22 degrees. Even though I was bundled up at the bus stop with fuzzy boots, ear muffs, a scarf and gloves, some of the boys still wore shorts. There is not a guide book on how to dress, but there are standards and 'the norm' for different… Continue reading A Pure Heart

Lamentations, Peter

Prescription for a Good Life

Good afternoon. This morning, I went to the women's bible study at my church. I always get tempted to not go. It is like a battle. Every doubt and fear creeps into my head telling me to stay at home. I remind myself, it is only 2 hours, and I can spare 2 hours for… Continue reading Prescription for a Good Life