Don’t Go in the Wrong Direction

There are times when we struggle to do what is right, like Clifford in Clifford’s Good Deeds by Norman Bridwell. Clifford tried so hard to be helpful, but just  about everything he attempted turned out wrong. In the end, he helped rescue two small children when their home was on fire and helped put out … Continue reading Don’t Go in the Wrong Direction

Don’t Worry: Trust God

It makes no difference who you are, there will be uncertainty in your life, especially during post pandemic living. Today you have a job and tomorrow you are laid off. That one action can be the beginning of a life of uncertainty.  While we would prefer not to think or dwell on these issues, they … Continue reading Don’t Worry: Trust God

Renewed Strength

One of the most difficult tasks in life is to wait. And it seems we spend most of our time waiting. As children we wait for special days and seasons. Those birthdays took such a long time to go around the sun and we had to wait. Waiting seemed to be such a waste of … Continue reading Renewed Strength

Overcome Your Challenge: I Did!

Challenges are part of life! There are no individuals on earth without a challenge. The people who live lavish lifestyles have challenges. They can buy what they want; live where they choose; and do whatever they please. When we hear the news that one of them took their own life because they could not overcome … Continue reading Overcome Your Challenge: I Did!

Strength and Peace

So many times we find ourselves in situations that test our ability to cope. We are overwhelmed and have no idea what the next step is. The things that were important seem trivial as we face the issues that have crept into our lives and have threatened to destroy our peace of mind. When we … Continue reading Strength and Peace

Strength in God

Have you ever had a situation that seemed to drain the life out of you? You don’t know what to do and where to turn. Every option that is available to you has a problem and you feel like you can't take another step. It's good to know in those times that we can call … Continue reading Strength in God

Victory through Christ

We are just about to complete the second week of Lent and it's going faster than I thought. It doesn't feel like a never ending task that is just dragging on; instead, it feels like this is a doable project. Even so, there could be challenges ahead. Why? Because this is not a natural fight; … Continue reading Victory through Christ

God: My Strength

See, God has come to save me. I will trust in him and not be afraid. The Lord God is my strength and my song he has given me victory.” Isaiah 12:2 NLT When children are young, their parents are invincible; at least they were in previous generations. These children would tell you that their father can conquer the … Continue reading God: My Strength

Strength and Peace

The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace. Psalms 29:11 NLT This verse has two words that most people want to see in their lives: strength and peace. When you think of strength, what comes to your mind? When the average person thinks of strength they think about physical power. Physical … Continue reading Strength and Peace