Daily encouragement for Christians
“So God created humankind in his own image; in the image of God he created him: male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27) He also created humankind with an emotion that, in my opinion, He does not possess: surprise. Many of our emotions were brought on through the fall of Adam and Eve, but […]
If you read the Bible at all you are bound to see places where Jesus healed everyone who came to Him. Do you wish you had the ability to do the great things Jesus did? “Yes indeed! I tell you that whoever trusts in me will also do the works I do! Indeed, he will […]
Have you ever mentored a young Christian? It’s a difficult process. When a heart turns toward Jesus it gets Satan’s attention. He knows it’s easier to get the new believer back in his arena if he can stop them from going all in. So he pulls out all the stops, not because he loves […]
“Whoever is unsure of himself turn in here!” (Proverbs 9:4) Those are the words of Wisdom. If you’re traveling on the road with me, be prepared to take evasive action as I slam the brakes and crank the wheel, proving how unsure of myself I truly am. It didn’t take long for my temper to […]
From the archives: I have an old dog who is losing his hearing and vision. A screen door, which has not yet been rehung, leans against my house a few feet from the entrance. My dog has been confused lately. He stands at the screen door and barks to be let in. I stand at […]
Today’s world tells us: “Believe what you want but don’t force your opinions on others.” The Bible tells us: “How can they call on someone if they haven’t trusted in him? And how can they trust in someone if they haven’t heard about him? And how can they hear about someone if no one is […]
Do you use common sense? Chapter 9 of Joshua describes a group of travelers who make their way into Israel’s camp. When Joshua asked where they were from they answered: “From a far off country, very far away.” (Joshua 9:9) They continued: “This bread was warm from the oven when we packed it and left […]
Christmas is almost here. Families will be gathering, some with joyful anticipation and others with nervous anxiety, often in the same home. The police departments will be on high alert at the thought of domestic dispute calls. It is said that family arguments are the most dangerous situations for police to respond to. Sad but […]
There are consequences to everything. Do you share your home with a dog? Dogs are wonderful companions but they come with a cost that goes far beyond money. They are interrupters infringing on your time and energy. They aren’t considerate when they want to go out. You can choose not to let them out but […]
Does your heart long for more? It seems to be human nature to want more and more of the things we enjoy. Sometimes less is more. Less alcohol brings more clarity of mind. Less smoking makes for more air space in your lungs. Less talking leaves more time for listening. Less reality TV may mean […]
