There are things we often put in the it doesn’t matter category……..but they do! I wonder when we get to Heaven will we be surprised by all the people and things we dismissed in this life only to learn how important all of it was! There might have been situations and people we just brushed aside only … More IT DOESN’T MATTER…….BUT IT DOES!
Like the strength and beauty of an old tree with deep roots, our spiritual roots need to run deep also. I often hear the comment made at our Church that people were drawn to our messages because they ran deep. DEEP ROOTS GROW OUR FAITH In order for us to live an abundant, meaningful life, … More ENDURING DEEP ROOTS
No one needs to go it alone in their walk with JESUS. You might think it’s just you and HIM, but HE has given each of us the Body to support us, love on us and grow us. So here is a good question for you: who knows you? Who knows your inner thoughts, sins, … More Welcome the Body of CHRIST
Ever feel a little raw around the edges? I would say a lot of people are feeling this way. The anger and hurt are showing in our society and maybe it’s because of all that is happening beyond our control. As humans we have all sorts of feelings due to our circumstances, feelings that leave … More RAW MATERIAL
My favorite place to sit has always been on a bench. If I see one, I want to sit there and see the view and watch the world go by. Benches are placed in strategic areas usually because there is something beautiful to observe. Time seems to stop for me sitting on a bench…….but we … More LIFE IS FAST!
There is one staple in all of our food that people enjoy, some more than others and it is bread. We love to put all kinds of toppings on it and who doesn’t enjoy that smell of bread in the oven! Just the smell of bread tends to be a comfort! If you search the … More HIS BREAD ALWAYS
Abundant living is different living. Abundant living is far removed from the rat race of the world. To live differently, what is required is authenticity in speech and actions. It is a willingness and a desire to not be like everyone else. I kinda get this because when I was growing up, my Mom and Dad drilled into me that … More A DIFFERENCE IS REQUIRED
I love to have in a book, Bible or Bible study, an ample margin. I enjoy it because I make notes or draw small pictures. I like to highlight too. Most of my books look like they have had a once over! Sometimes when I lend them, I feel I have to apologize for my … More LIVING IN THE MARGINS
Ever wonder why a Christian’s dependence on GOD is looked upon in the world as a weakness? For a Christian, depending on GOD is equivalent to breathing…….just like the birds of the air depend on their wings for flight, so does a Christian depend on GOD for his salvation and his life. GOD’S economy … More A MORE SPECIFIC DEPENDENCE
In your lifetime as far as you’ve come and in all the days you have lived, is there one secret of wisdom that you feel is valuable above all else? Let me explain. Since I committed myself to CHRIST in April 1998, my life has taken a different path. Before that I thought of myself … More THE SECRET OF A LIFETIME
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