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
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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
Condition of the Heart
There are many songs written about the heart. The heart plays a vital role in our emotional wellbeing. It dictates who we are and how we behave. A wicked heart will produce wicked actions while a thankful heart will show gratitude. Saul was the first king of Israel, and he did as he pleased. It … Continue reading Condition of the Heart
Choose to Obey
God places a high priority on obedience. God expects us to obey. There are blessings when we obey and consequences when we do things our way. We all have a choice to make, Are you going to obey God? Acts 5:29 AMP Then Peter and the apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than men … Continue reading Choose to Obey
Simply Obey
One quality that parents desire in their children is that of obedience. The dictionary tells us that obedience is doing, or willing to do, what you have been told to do by someone in authority. So, parents require obedience in their children. However, when we observe parents and children, the roles have been reversed and … Continue reading Simply Obey
Always Acknowledge and Remember
What happens when people forget their history? They are prone to repeat some negative experiences. However, if there is strong leadership to remind the people of where they are and how they got there, there might be hope for the future. What if there is no leader to stand in the gap? The Book of … Continue reading Always Acknowledge and Remember
