We have never posted an article or blog from an unknown Christ-follower, but this post is a clear indication of what we are going through as a nation and illustrates the unknown. So, let’s couple this article with the fact that we as Christ-followers have a ‘leg up’ on the unknown because we have faith … Read more
What to Do with Wayward Thoughts By: Joe McKeever “We are taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ” – 2 Corinthians 10:5. Everyone has errant thoughts from time to time. If we handle them well and send them on their way, in no way should we feel shame or guilt. Martin Luther said, “You … Read more
How to Go to Battle with the Enemy (and Win!) By Courtnaye Richard “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” – Ephesians 6:10-11 When you are in a … Read more
A Prayer of Thanks and Praise for the Greatest Gift of All: Jesus By Debbie McDaniel “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6 In this season of giving … Read more
Thankfulness depends on what is in your heart, not what is in your hand. Most people have no trouble finding things to complain about: traffic is slow, gas is too expensive, the weather is bad, prices are too high. Yet in every single situation, that same person also has a lot to be thankful for: … Read more
Open Your Gifts! Monday, December 2, 2019 Open Your Gifts! Now you have every spiritual gift you need as you eagerly wait for the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Corinthians 1:7 nlt) I love to get gifts for people. When I get a gift for my wife, I’ll have it wrapped, because I have … Read more
I have not written a post for quite some time. Not wanting to throw just anything out there has caused me to step back until a thought or two lingers. I just finished doing a little touch-up painting this afternoon. I was using one of those inexpensive (cheap) foam paintbrushes. When it came time to … Read more
Yes, we seem to be growing in numbers which is great. Better yet, we are growing spiritually. People caring for one another and praying for others. A Monday morning bible study that is flourishing. Monthly Sunday morning prayer breakfasts. The beginning of a monthly Saturday morning men’s breakfast. A music ministry on the rise. What … Read more
When Sonya and I were in the process of making Montana our summer home (we were living in Tucson the rest of the year), we needed to have a well drilled. We had some friends who suggested that we have someone “witch” our property for a favorable place to drill the well. Now, I do … Read more
“Dwell with God and He will Dwell with you!” “Come near to God and He will come near to you.” New International Version (NIV)
At Monday’s bible study of , we had a very interesting discussion comparing what was going on in the city of Sodom and what is taking place in our country today. Neither one paints a pretty picture. It would be difficult not to see some parallels between the two cultures. A great deal of lamenting … Read more
Good March 1st Morning, I am going to follow my own advice and stop and smell the roses. For the past month, I have been able to post a thought or two every day. Now is the time for me to slow down with the posts. We will see if once or twice a week … Read more
Isaiah 41:13 New International Version (NIV) 13″For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.” I thought that I would begin with a bible verse today and a picture that illustrates what happens when we let go of God for whatever reason. … Read more
If you are like me, once in a while, I feel like a leaky tire in my spiritual journey. Just feeling a little flat with no zip or wondering why so little ‘get up and go’ for the Lord. There are some ways that we can get ‘pumped’ back up. First, admit that we … Read more