What do you do when your actions bring hardships into the lives of others? Yes, we mistakenly believe that we are solely responsible for our actions but as we navigate life on earth, we recognize that our actions affect those around us. God sent Jonah on a mission, but he was on a boat going … Continue reading Disobey: Get Thrown Overboard!
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The Consequences of Ingratitude
Ingratitude has become a way of life in the world, and it has also found its way into the church. People have valuable only as long as they can serve others. When their services are no longer needed, they are discarded like waste from the dinner table. But should people of faith interact in this … Continue reading The Consequences of Ingratitude
The Danger of Carnal Living
"The carnal person fears man, not God. The strong Christian fears God, not man. The weak Christian fears man too much, and God too little." John Flavel.Romans 12:1-2 NLTAnd so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be … Continue reading The Danger of Carnal Living
The Family Divide: Combat or Reconciliation?
Families are not exempt from conflict; some of the most deep-seated conflicts exist in families. At times, these conflicts cause damage that seems irreparable. Max Lucado said, “Conflict is inevitable but combat is optional.” If that is so, how do we resolve conflict without combat? In combat, enemies face off and fight to kill. Jesus … Continue reading The Family Divide: Combat or Reconciliation?
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
When Actions Expose the Heart
Life is about individuals and the relationships in their lives. In other words, it’s all about connections. Sometimes the connections produce a favorable outcome; sometimes they don’t. These connections play out in the relationships in the lives of individuals. What determines the actions of those connected to you? It’s the condition of their hearts. In … Continue reading When Actions Expose the Heart
Working Together Serving the Lord
In life, there is an effect for every action or activity. When the effect is positive, we call it a benefit; when the effect is negative, recall it a consequence. There are benefits when we work together.Matthew 18:20 NLTFor where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.” Proverbs 27:17 … Continue reading Working Together Serving the Lord
The Choice is Yours!
We have the ability to choose what we do. Our choices determine our path in life. One thing is certain, when we follow the Lord, we can never go wrong. Proverbs 14:12 AMPThere is a way which seems right to a man and appears straight before him, But its end is the way of death. … Continue reading The Choice is Yours!
He Did It His Way!
While there are people who work at walking in obedience, there are those who like to do as they please. They want to take control of their life and situation believing that they are more knowledgeable that God about what is happening in their lives. Then there are others who walk with God and allow … Continue reading He Did It His Way!
Don’t Embrace Lies
When there is an important event, there are always those who receive the information with joy and those who want to interject an alternate story and use their influence to change the minds of people. What is the benefit of telling an outright lie? Jesus did not keep his followers in the dark about what … Continue reading Don’t Embrace Lies
Victory Walk 