What do you do when you find out that the thing you desire to do has been assigned to another? It can cause feelings of anger and resentment. At times, people blame the individual selected; this can result in anger and rage. How would that make you feel? David had that experience in his life. … Continue reading Joy in Giving
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Happy Thanksgiving 2022
Today, we celebrate Thanksgiving Day; and so we take the time to give praise and thanks to God. Why do we do this? 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT tells us, “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” So we sit and reflect on the goodness of … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving 2022
There is Power in His Name
Everyone has a name; some people love their names while others hate theirs. Proverbs 22:1 AMP says, “A good name [earned by honorable behavior, godly wisdom, moral courage, and personal integrity] is more desirable than great riches; And favor is better than silver and gold.” There is value in a name. The right name opens … Continue reading There is Power in His Name
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
Pursue and Overtake
Then David asked the Lord, “Should I chase after this band of raiders? Will I catch them?” And the Lord told him, “Yes, go after them. You will surely recover everything that was taken from you!” I Samuel 30:8 NLT Challenges are a part of life. It visits everyone regardless of zip code. The affluent … Continue reading Pursue and Overtake
God Remains Constant
All day long I’ll praise and honor you, O God, for all that you have done for me. Psalm 71:8 TLB How many times have you extended yourself to others and they have forgotten your kindness? It happens more often than you think. There are many stories that people tell about how forgetful people are or … Continue reading God Remains Constant
Your Connections Matter
“These four [warriors] were descended from the giant in Gath, and they fell by the hands of David and his servants.” 2 Samuel 21:22 AMP Have you ever had to fight a battle that was way beyond your ability to succeed but you succeeded anyway? It is a wonderful feeling to conquer when you know … Continue reading Your Connections Matter
Continual Praise
I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. Psalm 34:1 NKJV Danger! It’s a word most people don’t like and would do everything in their power, to stay out of any satiation, that would put them at risk. Children are taught that they should not speak to strangers; they hear this constantly at home … Continue reading Continual Praise
God Rewards Obedience
“As for you, if you faithfully follow me as David your father did, obeying all my commands, decrees, and regulations, then I will establish the throne of your dynasty. For I made this covenant with your father, David, when I said, ‘One of your descendants will always rule over Israel.’ 2 Chronicles 7:17-18 NLT Children … Continue reading God Rewards Obedience