The Walk

In Conflict: Use the Weapon of Prayer!

Conflict! That is a word that invades life with force. There are times, you can tell that conflict is brewing. Other times it can catch you off guard. The dictionary defines conflict as  an active disagreement between people with opposing opinions or principles. The most disturbing word for me in that definition is active; it … Continue reading In Conflict: Use the Weapon of Prayer!

The Importance of the Mission

What do you do when those connected to you do not understand your mission? That is a problems leaders face because that lack of understanding can lead to chaos about the activities of the leader and how those activities relate to the group. Jesus faced this problem in John 4. The disciples went to buy … Continue reading The Importance of the Mission

Shine Your Light

“It is the whole business of the whole church to preach the whole gospel to the whole world.” — Charles H. Spurgeon.Matthew 5:16 NLTIn the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.Luke 12:8 NLT“I tell you the truth, everyone who acknowledges me … Continue reading Shine Your Light

Jesus Brings Change

Warren Wierbse said, "Nothing paralyzes our lives like the attitude that things can never change. We need to remind ourselves that God can change things.” Sometimes, people can become so conditioned to the negative situations in their lives that they lose hope for change.When we think of the woman at the well, we see a … Continue reading Jesus Brings Change

When God Leads

“I know God has a plan. I pray for direction to follow it, patience to wait on it, and knowledge to know when it comes.” - Marcus Lamb. Proverbs 16:9 NKJV A man’s heart plans his way,But the Lord directs his steps. Psalm 32:8 NLT The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life.    I … Continue reading When God Leads

Ordered by God

Have you ever met someone, and you believe that you were in the right place at the right time? Many believe this, but God guides us to where we need to be, when He chooses.   In John 4, Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman at the well. She was not an upstanding citizen and  the … Continue reading Ordered by God

Say Yes to God’s Will!

There is an old song by Shirley Caesar that talks about walking in obedience. The song says when God speaks, the answer will be yes Lord yes. This is what we say on our heads but when God speaks, we say yes at times from an uncomfortable place. Jonah had no choice but to say … Continue reading Say Yes to God’s Will!

Choose God’s Way

“God moves in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform. He plants his footsteps in the sea, and rides upon the storm.” – William Cowper. John 14:6 AMP Jesus said to him, “I am the [only] Way [to God] and the [real] Truth and the [real] Life; no one comes to the Father but through Me. Isaiah 55:8-9 NLT “My thoughts are nothing like … Continue reading Choose God’s Way

Disobey: Get Thrown Overboard!

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!

Don’t Run Away from God!

  Why don't you turn turn turn around why do you roam   Can't you see God the Father waits to welcome you home   You were never meant to walk the path you've trod   How long will you run away...a fugitive from God.  (Song: Fugitive from God) Psalm 139:7-10 NLT I can never escape from your … Continue reading Don’t Run Away from God!