If you are searching for peace, look no further. The Bible is a road map that directs us to the Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 NLT says: For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince … Continue reading God Promises Peace
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Jehovah Shalom: The Lord Is Peace
The dictionary defines peace as freedom from disturbance. When we use that definition to describe peace then we are all lacking peace. Is it possible to experience peace when you are greatly disturbed? Let’s look at Gideon in Judges chapter 6. At this time, the people were in great distress because their sin brought consequences. Gideon … Continue reading Jehovah Shalom: The Lord Is Peace
Wisdom for Decision-Making
Previously, we looked at Elimelech and Naomi who used their senses to make decisions for their lives. There was famine in Bethlehem, and they looked and Moab and saw greener pastures. We need to be mindful when things look greener because I saw someone spray brown grass green. Gideon, on the other hand, didn’t use his … Continue reading Wisdom for Decision-Making
Fix Your Attention on God
What is the secret of living successfully in any season of life? It is simply renewing your mind daily with the word of God. (Romams 12:2). This is important during periods of uncertainty. Isaiah 26:3 NLTYou will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! John 14:27 … Continue reading Fix Your Attention on God
Stand Still: God is Working
We live in a society that does not appreciate inactivity. We believe that we must be doing something at all times. There are so many gadgets to keep us connected with what we have to do that we really don’t need to be inactive.But there are times in life when God calls us to stop … Continue reading Stand Still: God is Working
Abundant Joy through Faith
There are times in life when we are unable to advocate for ourselves. Babies and little children cannot communicate that they are the victims of maltreatment and neglected so we advocate for them. Then we have seasons in our lives when we can find ourselves unable to seek the care we need. Today we will … Continue reading Abundant Joy through Faith
Rewarded for Exceptional Service
Every assignment is different, and teachers understand that better than most. Every year you greet a different group of students to nurture for the new school year. Some years you believe you have the best class possible and there are the years that you want to pull the blanket over your head and stay in … Continue reading Rewarded for Exceptional Service
Serving Others with Grace
Everyone, at some point in life, will need help. That is true for both the rich and the poor. The wealthy individual gets better service from the same individual who would humiliate those who have limited resources. How we treat others tells a lot about us. The Bible provides us with guidelines for service.Philippians 2:3 … Continue reading Serving Others with Grace
Ruth: Exchanging Comfort for Service
There are events in our lives that are life changing; some changes are positive and bring joy to our lives while some changes bring pain. At times, we have no control of the situations and at other times, our choices bring change. But whatever change we experience; we need to adjust as we work out … Continue reading Ruth: Exchanging Comfort for Service
Jesus Christ: Servant Leader
Serving others seems to be a lost art. Over the years, serving has been set aside for some but not everyone. We have distinct groups as people of faith; those who serve and those who are served. Jesus sat with the servers. Where do you sit?Luke 22:27 NLTWho is more important, the one who sits … Continue reading Jesus Christ: Servant Leader
