The month of September brings some bittersweet feelings in the hearts of people. September is a signal that the summer is coming to an end. There are so many activities that can only be done in the summer when you live in the northeast of the United States. September reminds me it’s time to bring … Continue reading God For All Seasons
Category: change
Shaped by Perspective
There are many things that shape your life: your experiences and your relationships play a big role in who you are. The person you are has been shaped either positively or negatively by those you interact with. There is a poem that you see a lot in the classroom or where children congregate in large … Continue reading Shaped by Perspective
Listen and Obey
But don’t just listen to God’s word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves. James 1:22 NLT Parents sometimes speak to their children and complain that they don’t listen. Yes they heard every word but continued as if nothing was said. James, in his role as a church leader, saw … Continue reading Listen and Obey
WHY?
Parents are often overwhelmed when they have small children because they are constantly asking why? “Mommy, why is the sky blue? Daddy, why is the grass green? Grandma, why is my hair short? Why?” But many things happen in response to why. Science can answer some of our why questions. A child once asked, “Why … Continue reading WHY?
Forgiven
But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness. 1 John 1:9 NLT Sin is a problem for God because He is holy. David said it this way in Psalm 5:4, “O God, you take no pleasure in wickedness.” … Continue reading Forgiven
Turn to Him
The Lord isn’t slow to do what he promised, as some people think. Rather, he is patient for your sake. He doesn’t want to destroy anyone but wants all people to have an opportunity to turn to him and change the way they think and act. 2 Peter 3:9 GW As we look around in … Continue reading Turn to Him
Finding Your Way Back
This is true because Christ suffered for our sins once. He was an innocent person, but he suffered for guilty people so that he could bring you to God. His body was put to death, but he was brought to life through his spirit. 1 Peter 3:18 GW The Bible tells us in Romans "for … Continue reading Finding Your Way Back
God Rewards
And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. Hebrews 11:6 NLT Just about everyone you meet will tell you that they believe in the existence of God. Then, there are those who have … Continue reading God Rewards
When Everything Fails. . .
When you are a child and you think about your future, it’s always perfect. You will be living in a big house with a fancy car with a happy family. It’s a picture of the perfect life. Sometimes, the future is nothing like that childhood dream; there are so many variables, that many times life … Continue reading When Everything Fails. . .
God’s Perfect Plan
“And in the midst of everything be always giving thanks, for this is God’s perfect plan for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 TPT This is a powerful word from a mighty man of God. On the service it appears easy. After all, we all love to give thanks for the good things that come our … Continue reading God’s Perfect Plan