John 2:5 “His mother saith unto the servants, Whatsoever he saith unto you, do it.” This is at Cana of Galilee when the wedding feast Jesus was attending ran out of wine. I am not going to get into the debate of wine versus juice, nor the debate of Christians drinking alcohol. Take that to… Continue reading The Blessings of Obedience
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With Good Will
I was struggling a bit in my mind, no doubt a spiritual battle. Satan wants us to think about and act negatively toward our spouses. When praying and looking at Scripture, God gave me this reminder. I am sure I’m not the only one that needs it. Webster’s 1828 dictionary explains good will as being… Continue reading With Good Will
Be like Hur
Exodus 17:8-16 “Then came Amalek, and fought with Israel in Rephidim. And Moses said unto Joshua, Choose us out men, and go out, fight with Amalek: to morrow I will stand on the top of the hill with the rod of God in mine hand. So Joshua did as Moses had said to him, and… Continue reading Be like Hur
Thoughts from Colossians 1
Wow. There is just so much in here! I love how God’s Word comes to life right where we are! This chapter gives instruction and encouragement. Let’s start with the introduction we find here. Paul is the writer and just like in his other letters, he addresses himself as an apostle of Jesus Christ. In… Continue reading Thoughts from Colossians 1
When You Don’t Know What to Say
Have you ever felt like you should pray or praise in a more specific way, but you couldn’t find the words? It seems like our words aren’t enough sometimes. Can we really praise God for all that He is and does when we can’t even wrap our minds around all He is or does? So… Continue reading When You Don’t Know What to Say
Is Anything Too Small?
We often say, “Is there anything too big (or hard) for God?” We know the answer is “No.” Nothing is greater than our God and this truth brings us much comfort and encouragement. However, I feel like we never think of the opposite. Is anything too small for God? Things we don’t think are significant. … Continue reading Is Anything Too Small?
For the Stay at Home Mama
I see you, mama. The same routine day after day. Constant cleaning, sibling fights, and endless requests. I mean honestly. How many snacks can these kids possibly want in a day?! Has today been hard? Are you steadily counting down until bedtime because you are exhausted? Do you feel stuck, wondering if what you are… Continue reading For the Stay at Home Mama
Are You Stewarding Your Gifts Well?
When you think of a gift, what comes to mind? Is it material things like shelter, food, and clothing? Maybe more emotional things like family, health, and salvation? Do you think of just spiritual gifts as the talents and abilities God has given you to serve Him and others such as exhortation, music, or teaching?… Continue reading Are You Stewarding Your Gifts Well?
What is Commonly Reported Among You?
“It is reported commonly that there is fornication among you, and such fornication as is not so much as named among the Gentiles, that one should have his father's wife.” 1 Corinthians 5:1 KJV Paul, led of the Holy Spirit, wrote to the Corinthians to address a sin problem. First, we see here that sin… Continue reading What is Commonly Reported Among You?
A Hard Truth
Most of us want others to be honest with us in all situations. At least that is what we say. What about when the truth is hard? Life-changing? Some truths are easier to hear and accept than others. However, if the truth is truth, then it is always what we need to hear. One of… Continue reading A Hard Truth
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