Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. Matthew 6:20-21 NLT As we walk with God, our heart is supposed to benefit from our walk. When we talk about the heart here, … Continue reading Storing Your Treasure
Category: personal growth
In Honor. . .
The first Monday in September is set aside to celebrate Labor Day. So many times, we celebrate the holiday without fully knowing what it means. Labor Day is set aside to recognize the achievements of American workers. This Labor Day is different to those in the past. This year we have no choice but to … Continue reading In Honor. . .
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
Guide Me
So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves. Galatians 5:16 NLT The KJV begins this verse by saying walk in the Spirit. This version says let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. They both mean the same thing. If you want to live a … Continue reading Guide Me
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?
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
God Is With You
This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 NLT The nation of Israel lived in Egypt for a number of years. The Pharaoh, who promoted Joseph, invited his family to make their home in Egypt. They became … Continue reading God Is With You
Confidently Trusting the Lord
We live in a world today when all you hear is bad news. On the line in the supermarket people are talking about Covid-19. We all know someone who died during the pandemic. Some died from the virus while others died from other ailments. People are unemployed and unemployment is on the rise. Many companies … Continue reading Confidently Trusting the Lord
Let Him Lead!
He will not let you stumble; the one who watches over you will not slumber. Psalm 121:3 NLT When small children walk with their parents, their parents hold their hands. This prevents them from wondering off and also allows them to walk without stumbling. Sometimes in walking you can stumble and fall. It’s comforting to … Continue reading Let Him Lead!
The Lord, My Help
I look up to the mountains— does my help come from there? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth! Psalms 121:1-2 NLT We live in a world today where everyone is in need of something. The poor says that they need money so that they can be happy. The wealthy says … Continue reading The Lord, My Help
Victory Walk 