We pray and ask God for a humble heart. We pray and ask God for humility, and we still struggle to be humble. Why? Humility is a choice. God tells us to humble ourselves under His mighty right hand. When you have been wronged by someone, you can choose to humble yourself before God who … Continue reading Humility Is A Choice
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Choices
âNever be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.â Romans 12:11 Years ago, my Sunday School teacher and I were checking on families who hadnât been to church in a very long time. As a young Christian in my twenties, I listened intently as they reminisced about the days when they taught Sunday … Continue reading Choices
The Sweet Smell of Victory
Therefore, put on every piece of Godâs armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Ephesians 6:13 Contrary to what you may think, your spouse, children, friends, job, etc., are not the source of your struggles. The Bible tells us … Continue reading The Sweet Smell of Victory
Burden-Free Mind
Have you ever wondered why you carry around your burdens? Is it because you're the only one you can trust to carry them? If you gave them to God, what would you do with a burden-free mind? After all, they are YOUR burdens! Imagine what would happen if you gave your burdens to God. Could … Continue reading Burden-Free Mind
Do Not Fear Change
Seasons change. Life changes. Nothing stays the same. Some changes we see coming while other changes take us by surprise. I like things to stay the same, unless of course, I want something to change, and then Iâm all for it!đ In life, there are âchange changes,â and there are ânatural progressionâ changes. âChange changesâ … Continue reading Do Not Fear Change
Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda Thoughts
At least once a day or more, my mind is bombarded with âwoulda, coulda, shouldaâ thoughts. Oftentimes these thoughts distract and derail me from being fully engaged in my day because my mind is dwelling on the past few minutes or hours. Itâs hard to let go of mistakes made, ill-spoken words, times of being … Continue reading Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda Thoughts
Monday Morning Prayer
âSo we have not stopped praying for you since we first heard about you. We ask God to give you complete knowledge of His will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding. Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord, and your lives will produce every kind of good fruit. … Continue reading Monday Morning Prayer
Examine, Repent, Return, REPEAT
The church needs revival and revival begins with you and with me. Who hasnât heard or said that before? More times than not, weâre eager to admit and agree âthe churchâ needs revival, but what good does that do if weâre not willing to examine our own hearts? What good does it do if we … Continue reading Examine, Repent, Return, REPEAT
Monday Morning Prayer
âHow precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered! I canât even count them; they outnumber the grains of sand! And when I wake up, you are still with me!â Psalms⏠â139:17-18⏠âNLTâŹâŹ Good morning, Lord! Knowing Iâm in your thoughts today letâs me know You love and care about me. … Continue reading Monday Morning Prayer
All Riled Up!
When was the last time you got riled up without hearing all the facts? Every day people are becoming more skeptical and untrusting over the dumbest things! "Jumping" to conclusions has become the latest exercise! We have ceased to believe the best in people and automatically assume the worst. Giving people the benefit of the … Continue reading All Riled Up!