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We cannot hold on to our sins or desires thinking we can have Jesus as well. This thought is not about one sin or desire…
Encouraging You Through God's Word
We cannot hold on to our sins or desires thinking we can have Jesus as well. This thought is not about one sin or desire…
What does it really mean for God to be Lord over your life? Are you surrendering your will to Him, allowing His guidance to shape…
I’m not easily impressed by people’s words, lifestyle, or religious talk. When others mention God, the Bible, or claim to be Christian, I focus on…
Have you ever felt like you’re struggling alone, wondering if God even sees you in your toughest moments? Today, we’re diving into a powerful story…
As a former teacher, I understand the challenges of preparing lessons that sometimes fail but through trial and error can succeed. Whether teaching children, family,…
When you and I recognize the fact that we, fallen without hope humans, are nothing on our own we can soon understand our profound need…
In Philippians chapter 3 verses 7 to 10, the Apostle Paul reflects on the value of his former achievements and status, stating that he considers…
Throughout the Scriptures, we encounter extraordinary men and women whose trials not only strengthened their faith but also fulfilled God's overarching plan. Character was developed.…
The word “If” is a conjunction used to introduce a conditional clause. It typically indicates that one thing will happen, be true, or be the…
I love how Psalm 105 celebrates God’s faithfulness and mighty deeds throughout history. When we look in the Old Testament, it recounts how God fulfilled…
I don’t know if you’ve ever noticed how the Apostle Paul in many of his New Testament letters would always remind the Church once were…
Today’s thought is personal and all about the key word, separate. This word basically means to keep something apart from something else, to divide, move…
“There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.” (Proverbs 14:12) “People may be pure in their own eyes,…
Have you ever heard someone say, “I almost lost my mind.”, “I almost threw in the towel.”, or “I almost went left when I should’ve…
Oftentimes we forget who God really is. Because we live in our flesh, we allow our feelings and our circumstances to dictate if we…
Having spiritual eyes allows the believer to perceive the truths that God offers beyond our physical sight. The enemy of our souls, yes, the devil,…
Do you realize that in all situations God’s promises remain reliable, His character unchanging, and His Word is still true? What God declared in the…
I will probably say this until the day I die and that is I will always make much of Jesus! So, you may be wondering,…
Going “Deep Sea Diving” into God’s Word means we are exploring and understanding the Bible. It involves more than just surface-level reading; it means we…
How many of us say we trust God? But when nothing is happening, we will at times begin to waver. In our humanity, we doubt…
On my recent drive home to visit my parents, I spent time praying about various things. I prayed for different situations, people I know, and…
Each of us at one time or another wore an article of clothing because we either wanted to be seen or we liked the style…
Not all of us lead lives of wealth, fame, and a trouble-free life. We may not have access to the luxuries that this world…
Not all of us lead lives of wealth, fame, and a trouble-free life. We may not have access to the luxuries that this world…
With God, timing means everything. Solomon reminded us of this when he said in Ecclesiastes 3:1, “For everything there is a season, a time…
In order for something to be twisted, it has to be forced out of its natural or proper shape. So, when we look in…
Do you have history with God? By this, I mean, has God helped you when you were facing difficult situations? Did He rescue you…
Today’s thought is a portion of my testimony. I want to share with you my heart, my pain, and my struggles not only to…
The core meaning of the word anoint means to smear or rub with oil or perfume for either private or religious purposes. “Touch Not…
What do you long for in your heart? Perhaps a different job, a meaningful relationship, financial stability, a beautiful home, or the ideal life?…
To relinquish something simply means to renounce or surrender. If we go deeper, this word also means to give up; to let go or…
Would you eat kiwi? Are you interested in driving a Yugo? Have you thought about living in Russia? Guess what you have just done?…
Not to sound “churchy” for no reason, but can we choose to worship and praise Jesus today? Can you and I forget for a…
If I can testify… while listening to a recent podcast, I found myself reflecting on the depths of me. These are the parts of…
Many times, if not all of the time, when we hear the word “church”, we immediately think of the building. However, the Greek word…
Today's thought aims to serve as a gentle reminder that our perception of time can often deceive us, leading us to believe that we…
The word counterfeit can be defined as a fraudulent imitation of something else; a forgery. Each of us has a natural inclination to find…
As we are continuing to maneuver the paths of life, it will be crucial for each believer to not be moved by the lies of…
If you have been similar to me in any way, I was guilty of trying to fit a round peg in a square hole.…
Today’s thought is extra special. I actually had another video to post but I was listening to this song called “Wait on You” and…
How many times have you listened to a Christian who responds to someone, and you start scratching your head? As you listen to them,…
At times, our human limitations have led us to confine God within certain boundaries. Whenever God's actions did not align with our preconceived notions,…
Oftentimes, as believers, we will examine our walk with Jesus. We will reflect on both our victories and our failures. As we pause for…
In Hosea 4:6, the prophet is telling Israel that God’s people are destroyed for a lack of knowledge because they refuse to know His…
The well-known spaghetti sauce brand, Prego, has a familiar motto when it describes its sauce. The Campbells’ brand wants to distinguish itself from other…
Amen is a Hebrew word that means so be it or let it be. It is used most often as a declaration of agreement.…
First, let me remind each of us that we are not God. It is foolish for us to even try to place ourselves in…
One of the definitions for the word pressure says that it is the application of force to something by something else in direct contact…
It is foolish of us to believe that our human talents and abilities will be sufficient to get us through life. No human being…
What we see in our world today is a whole lot of excuses. There are excuses from “Christians” about other “Christians”. Some of them…
How do you act in response to positive news? Do you tend to react negatively when the demands of life become overwhelming? In order…
Let me start off by saying I know I will get push back on this topic and that is ok. I understand human flesh…
A distraction is defined as a thing that prevents someone from giving full attention to something else. What is currently occupying your attention today?…