Have you ever tried encouraging someone by telling them to “just trust the Lord”? Has this phrase ever been said to you? It can be a comfort, and sometimes we must be reminded to focus on God and His plan, especially during a trial. But what does it really mean to trust the Lord? Trust… Continue reading Living Abundantly Through Faith & Obedience
Month: July 2024
Discouragement VS. Disappointment
Discouragement: a loss of confidence or enthusiasm; dispiritedness. Dis- is a prefix meaning “not” or “opposite of.” To be discouraged is the opposite of courage. Courage is the ability to do something that frightens one. Disappointment: sadness or displeasure caused by the nonfulfillment of one's hopes or expectations. I believe there’s a vast difference between… Continue reading Discouragement VS. Disappointment
A Unified Home
First Corinthians 1:10 says, “Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment.” Psalm 133:1 says, “Behold, how good and… Continue reading A Unified Home
Be a Servant
Being a Servant The Greek word for servant is doulos, pronounced doo’-los. This word is the same as slave. It is to be under the rule or authority of someone else. In our present society, the use of the word slave never carries a positive meaning. We have done all we can to eradicate slavery,… Continue reading Be a Servant
Trusting God With Your Children
As a mother, accepting that we aren’t in control is very difficult. During pregnancy you get to keep that precious child with you at all times. But the day comes when the baby is born, and suddenly, everything is a threat. You begin to worry about car accidents, sickness, falls, someone being mean to your… Continue reading Trusting God With Your Children
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