Change Through Thanksgiving

Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come to him with thanksgiving. Let us sing psalms of praise to him. Psalm 95:12 NLT This is the season where people like to think that they are giving thanks. When you listen to children and adults, thanksgiving is … Continue reading Change Through Thanksgiving

Glory Shouts

I will praise the name of God with a song, And will magnify Him with thanksgiving.  Psalms 69:30 NKJV Unfortunately, turmoil is part of life. There are those who believe that problems only overwhelm those who are simple and powerless. Nothing is further from the truth. Problems invade the lives of the rich as well … Continue reading Glory Shouts

Guided by Peace and Thanksgiving

And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. Colossians 3:15 NLT  The world is a place of turmoil. There are so many things that erode your peace of mind. It’s not uncommon to hear … Continue reading Guided by Peace and Thanksgiving

Just a Flask of Oil

There are many expressions in life that tell a story. When I was a child my grandmother had an expression to fit every occasion. I had no idea where she got them from; sometimes they were quotes from the Bible; other times they were sayings that people generated from life experiences. Let me tell you, … Continue reading Just a Flask of Oil

Living By Faith

For we walk by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 NKJV This is one of those short verses with a powerful message. The believer walks by faith. You don't need faith to see what is in existence. Gravity does not require faith; if you throw a ball in the air, it will fall down. … Continue reading Living By Faith

The Goodness of God

The Lord is good to those who depend on him, to those who search for him.Lamentations 3:25 NLT People of faith depend on the goodness of God. Goodness is a quality most people look for in the way people interact with them. The homeless person living on the street depends on the goodness of strangers. … Continue reading The Goodness of God

When God’s People Pray

Sometimes it’s good to reflect on your life and today I was doing just that. Last school year, I was in a new grade and my district chose new math and ELA curriculums. So in addition to that, everything else was new to me. It can be overwhelming when you have to master the curriculum … Continue reading When God’s People Pray

Listen and Obey

“If they listen and obey God, they will be blessed with prosperity throughout their lives. All their years will be pleasant. Job 36:11 NLT Parents with young children do their best to raise well mannered children. So as soon as the child begins to speak you can hear these parents teaching the little one to … Continue reading Listen and Obey