Rick Warren said, "Four of the Ten Commandments deal with our relationship to God while the other six deal with our relationships with people. But all ten are about relationships." We can see that God places a high priority on relationships but how do we cultivate a relationship with God? When we enter into relationship … Continue reading Developing our Relationship with God!
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Eternal Wisdom!
"No mind, no wisdom--temporary mind, temporary wisdom--eternal mind, eternal wisdom." Adoniram Judson.Proverbs 9:10 AMPThe [reverent] fear of the Lord [that is, worshiping Him and regarding Him as truly awesome] is the beginning and the preeminent part of wisdom [its starting point and its essence], And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding and spiritual … Continue reading Eternal Wisdom!
The Power of Our Choices
“Human beings judge one another by their external actions. God judges them by their moral choices.” C. S. Lewis. Joshua 24:15 NLT But if you refuse to serve the Lord, then choose today whom you will serve. Would you prefer the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates? Or will it be the gods of the … Continue reading The Power of Our Choices
Faith to Believe
"Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe." Saint Augustine.Romans 10:17 NLTSo faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ. 1 Corinthians 2:4-5 TPTThe message I preached and how I preached it was not an attempt to sway you with … Continue reading Faith to Believe
Followers of Christ!
"Only by walking with God can we hope to find the path that leads to life. That is what it means to be a disciple. After all -- aren't we 'followers of Christ'? Then by all means, let's actually follow him. Not ideas about him. Not just his principles. Him." John Eldredge.Genesis 6:9 NLTThis is … Continue reading Followers of Christ!
Changing of Seasons
“When the winds of change blow, remember… sometimes what appears dead is simply preparing for a new season.” Jane Lee Logan.Ecclesiastes 3:1 NLTFor everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.Galatians 6:9 NLTSo let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a … Continue reading Changing of Seasons
Walking in Joy
“Gratitude produces deep, abiding joy because we know that God is working in us, even through difficulties.” Charles Stanley.Nehemiah 8:10 NLTAnd Nehemiah continued, “Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t … Continue reading Walking in Joy
The Blessing of Peace
"Christ alone can bring lasting peace - peace with God - peace among men and nations - and peace within our hearts."Billy Graham.John 16:33 NLTI have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome … Continue reading The Blessing of Peace
God’s Presence
Never let the presence of a storm cause you to doubt the presence of God. - Craig Groeschel.Psalms 16:11 NLTYou will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.Psalms 140:13 NLTSurely righteous people are praising your name; the godly will live in … Continue reading God’s Presence
Developing Patience
“Our lives are to be characterized by patience, for it is important in developing the mature, stable character which God wants to produce in His people.” Billy Graham.Psalms 37:7 NLTBe still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their … Continue reading Developing Patience
Victory Walk 