The Destructive Power of Evil Behavior

What do you do when your children are out of control? Most of us try our best to put them on the right path. What do you do when your children are abusing their office in the house of God and engaging in evil behavior? Well Eli, had that same problem. Eli, it appears, was … Continue reading The Destructive Power of Evil Behavior

Deception: Lies Masquerading as Truth!

"The underlying principle of all Satan’s tactics is deception. He is a crafty and clever camouflager.” Billy Graham. Genesis 3:4-5 NLT“You won’t die!” the serpent replied to the woman. “God knows that your eyes will be opened as soon as you eat it, and you will be like God, knowing both good and evil.” Jeremiah … Continue reading Deception: Lies Masquerading as Truth!

Work Towards Peace

Peace is a gift that comes from God. However, we are also encouraged to work towards peace. It's not always easy, but with God, all things are possible. We can work at it. John 14:27 NLT“I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the … Continue reading Work Towards Peace

God’s Wonderful Peace

Peace! It's a wonderful thing to have in your life.  We are conditioned to believe that peace  happens when there is no conflict. That is only true in the political world. You can have peace in your life even in the midst of turmoil and pressing circumstances."When we put our cares in His hands, He … Continue reading God’s Wonderful Peace

Pray: God Hears and Answers

Richard J. Foster said, "And so I urge you: carry on an ongoing conversation with God about the daily stuff of life, a little like Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof. For now, do not worry about 'proper' praying, just talk to God."Psalms 145:18 NLTThe Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, … Continue reading Pray: God Hears and Answers

Bullied? Engage in Powerful, Passionate Prayer!

In the beginning of the year, churches tend to engage in prayer. For some, it is a yearly activity; there is no purpose, and, in the end, there is no benefit. Then there are other churches who pray with purpose because they are looking for change. The objective is to see change in the hearts … Continue reading Bullied? Engage in Powerful, Passionate Prayer!

Choose God and Discover His Purpose!

Can you imagine what it would be like to wake up in the palace and find out that you belong in the slave quarters? You are eating and drinking with the king while your family members are making bricks in the field. That was Moses' predicament. When he was a baby, Pharaoh's daughter rescued him … Continue reading Choose God and Discover His Purpose!

Choose Wisely: God Requires Accountability

A.W. Tozer said, "Men are free to decide their own moral choices, but they are also under the necessity to account to God for those choices. That makes them both free and also bound – for they are bound to come to judgment and give an account of the deeds done in the body.” Joshua … Continue reading Choose Wisely: God Requires Accountability

Choose to Trust God

Life is about choices and choices are part of our daily lives. We choose our hot beverage in the morning: coffee, tea, or hot chocolate. On our day-off, we choose to get up early or stay in bed. Even little ones make their choices known; when they begin to identify those in their community, they … Continue reading Choose to Trust God

The Strength of Abraham’s Faith

Rick Warren said, "Living by faith isn't living with certainty. It's trusting God in spite of unanswered questions and unresolved doubts." Abraham lived by his faith in God. Genesis 12:1 NLTThe Lord had said to Abram, “Leave your native country, your relatives, and your father’s family, and go to the land that I will show … Continue reading The Strength of Abraham’s Faith