My heart is heavy and it made me think of this quote today. This is something Atticus tries to teach Scout at the beginning of the book. The idea of putting oneself in another man's shoes. It seems utterly impossible at times. But we still need to try. Just to stop, breathe, and consider another's [...]
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We Get Hungry By Eating
Feeling in a slump spiritually? Missing the atmosphere and connection of meeting with and serving with other believers? Online services just not cutting it anymore? I recently read a poll by the Barna Group that stated in the last four weeks of quarantine that 48% of churchgoers have stopped attending online church altogether. That definitely [...]
There’s Only THE Truth
A common phrase we hear today is, "I am living MY truth, or I just need to live MY truth". Sadly, nothing could be further from the truth. Living what you feel is your own special truth, something that satisfies your needs or makes you feel free is actually bondage. God's word is the only [...]
God’s Will Sustains Us
Finding out God's will for your life and doing it will sustain you, just like Jesus. It's like food in your belly that satisfies like nothing else. Having an understanding of God's will for your life will keep you grounded when everything around you seems like shifting sand. Over the years there can be many [...]
Keep Speaking What You Believe
Some people say, "Well, I am realist, I just believe in the facts." I say, well, I am a realist, too! I just believe that the truth of the Word of God is MORE REAL than any factual circumstances and when spoken in faith it has the power to change said circumstances! No matter what [...]
Pray For Leaders
With everything that is going on, those who are in authority have so many voices coming at them. It must be so challenging to decipher what is true. We may feel helpless and out of control, but when things seem so unsettled and disturbed, God is telling us to pray. Be responsible and do everything [...]
Know Jesus, Know Peace
There has never been a better time to know Jesus and enjoy His peace. There is so much unrest and anxiety all around us these days, but it doesn't have to get in you! When you know Jesus, not just know about Him, but have a living, breathing relationship with Him, only then will you be [...]
