Isn't Bible study just for the pros? Why should I study the Bible at all? What even IS the Bible, anyway? It's such a big Book! What if I'm too far behind? Great questions -- I'm glad you asked! Click for Part 1 of this series!
Tag: love
Everything Bitter is Sweet (Proverbs 27:7)
“One who is full loathes honey, but to one who is hungry everything bitter is sweet.” How can bitter things be sweet? And what does this mean, spiritually speaking? Let's dig deep and find out!
Giving Thanks is More Than Being Thankful
Thankfulness is a God-given antidote to anxiety... but the thankfulness God prescribes is not the generalized feeling of thankfulness that our culture promotes. It’s not just an attitude of gratitude; it’s not just appreciating what we have; it’s not just a sense of recognition that our lives are better than they could be. Read more on the blog.
Politics and Christ-Followers: The Weightier Matters (Why I Changed My Mind)
“...the weightier matters of the law: justice and mercy and faithfulness.” Matthew 23:23b ESV Click above to listen. With the presidential election coming up, I’ve felt the need for some clarity and peace – and the Lord has provided, as He does. If you’re in the same boat, read on. I’m certainly no political expert,… Continue reading Politics and Christ-Followers: The Weightier Matters (Why I Changed My Mind)
Four Biblical Steps to Fight Sin …and Win!
Have you ever felt hopeless in your fight against sin? I have. Many times. But God! Because of Jesus in us, we have more power than we think we do!
Remember What God Has Done
What do you think about when you think of this past year? Wherever you find yourself, whether dragging your feet or rushing to start that new calendar, I’d like to encourage you. God has good planned for you, even in the bad things.
He Satisfies the Longing Soul (Favorite Scriptures: Psalm 107)
I have a lot of favorite Scripture passages, but Psalm 107 is up there toward the top of my list. It’s rather long, but the picture of God’s enduring love, grace, and help toward us, no matter what, makes it all worth reading.
Politics and Christ-Followers: Where is Your Focus?
Politics is first and foremost in most of what we see these days...and in many of our minds and hearts, too. But here’s the thing: if we’re Christ-followers, it shouldn’t be.
Social Media Matters (or: Christian, Behave Yourself, Even Online)
What will matter in 100 years, or 1,000? What will matter forever? Will it matter that we were right...Or will it matter that someone you know came to see Jesus for who He is because of how you handled all this craziness right now, looking to Jesus and radiating the peace He promises us?
More Than This Mess 