When things are tough and we finally decide it might be time to turn to God, we usually prefer to present Him with a multiple choice question. We have considered our options and can’t decide between a couple. The problem with this approach is that […]
Month: January 2015
Steady My Heart
“Steady My Heart” Kari Jobe Listen to the song Wish it could be easy Why is life so messy? Why is pain a part of us? There are days I feel like Nothing ever goes right Sometimes it just hurts so much But You’re here […]
Just Shut Out
If we are trying to hear from God, it’s imperative that we shut up just to start. That’s pretty tough for most of us. The second step may be even tougher. We must shut out distractions. God has blessed us with the ability to filter […]
Please Just Shut Up
If you are doing a prayer and fast or just, like me, trying to listen for direction from God. Step one is still the same. Please. Just shut up. I know that sounds a bit rude, but you know you’ve been told nicely that you […]
Prayer and fasting – I don’t think so.
Today our church begins 21 days of prayer and fasting. I’m not excited. Prayer and fasting doesn’t sound like a lot of fun. There must be some better way to start the year. I guess the question is why do this. Don’t get me wrong […]
Model Resolutions
We are now a week into the New Year and it might be a good time to take a step back and refocus on resolutions. The above was a post card prepared by Bishop John H. Vincent, during World War I, a tough time for most. […]
Resolution
It’s the fourth day of the New Year. Have you made any resolutions? Have you broken any yet? Will is Powerless. New Year’s Resolutions are generally an exercise in futility. Eighty-eight percent of resolutions aren’t kept. Most believe this is because will power is weak and […]
This Day
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Matthew 6:34. The wisdom of God is amazing. He knows us so well. He has designed His creation for our benefit. He has broken unlimited […]