Walt Disney said, “All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me.” But even in the face of adversity, our help comes from God. Luke 22:31-32 NLT “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift each of you like wheat. But I have pleaded in prayer for you, Simon, that … Continue reading Help When Going Through
Category: Christian Living
Dark Days: New Beginnings!
Dark days! We don’t like them; we don’t want them, but they are a part of our lives. Dark days are filled with sorrow, but they develop character. When we persevere even in the face of difficulty, we mature into the people God created us to be. It’s like a garden; as much as we … Continue reading Dark Days: New Beginnings!
Hope in God
There is no way to embrace the message of the Advent Season without hope. These people of faith in the Bible lived with hope in God. How can we do less? We also need to live with hope in God. Romans 15:13 NLT I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely … Continue reading Hope in God
Trust God’s Faithfulness
There is not a person alive who does not get excited when promised something good. Not every promise has a reward because when you are a child certain promises have some not so desirable consequences. But young or old a promise of something good is something to look forward to. Now a promise is only … Continue reading Trust God’s Faithfulness
Walk Like Christ
Children od God are referred to as Christians. It was not a name they chose but a name they earned. Acts 11:26 NLT says, “When he found him, he brought him back to Antioch. Both of them stayed there with the church for a full year, teaching large crowds of people. (It was at Antioch … Continue reading Walk Like Christ
Judge Deborah!
There are still many today who have issues with women serving in all aspects of ministry. They believe that serving in certain areas of ministry is acceptable; for example, women can clean the church, prepare meals for visitors, and take care of the children during service. Beyond that, they should be seen and not heard. … Continue reading Judge Deborah!
Godly Women
Some time ago, I spoke to someone who asked, “Where are the godly women?” I was surprised by that question, but I must admit, I wonder about that sometimes myself. There was a time that they were easy to identify but as times change, what we considered godly changed also. God never changes so His … Continue reading Godly Women
Standing in Your Storm
There is no greater comfort in the time of difficulty than knowing you are not alone. In our lives, when difficulties arise, most of those around us head for the exit door. What do you do when you are in trouble, and you have been abandoned by those you mistakenly believed were your friends? It's … Continue reading Standing in Your Storm
In His Presence
Children usually love to spend time with their parents. They will play with you and talk with you but there is something about going home with mommy and daddy. Where love exists, there is joy in the presence of that individual. We have someone who loves us so dearly that He laid down His life … Continue reading In His Presence
God Promised His Presence
One of the challenges of life is a lack of understanding. Most, if not all of us, want to have some semblance of understanding what is happening around us. So many times, we ask why. Why do we have to live through this difficult moment? Why is my child sick and suffering? Why can’t I … Continue reading God Promised His Presence