by Carol Roberts
God has a beautiful way of explaining things in a way we can understand. The Bible has numerous illustrations of how things we see in everyday life can be an example of how God works behind the scenes. In order for land to be ready for crops it must first be plowed where it canRead More
The love of Jesus overflows and nothing can stop it. His floodgates of love are opened up each time we turn to Him. Even though we feel His mighty peace, calmness and security in the most intense battles of life, it’s only the tip of the iceberg of understanding. At times we see prayer answeredRead More
There are thousands of languages yet only one God. There are numerous cultures and races yet only one God. Anyone in the world can look up and see the sun or moon, that God, Himself created, yes the same sun and moon. It is the same God who loves all people equally no matter whatRead More
Appointments and long waits happen in order to see a person with a title who gives politically correct solutions. A phone call or visit is necessary to get in touch with a true friend who will offer sincere advice. With God, no technical devices are needed, just prayer. We do not have to put onRead More
Imagine a ship in the ocean that is close enough for people to see from the shore. Suddenly that ship starts to sink and there are people in the water who can’t swim. From the shore there are people who will jump in and swim to those people taking life savers. Other people will runRead More
When the wait for answered prayer is long and all signs seem to point to the opposite of the truth, that’s when we put our trust in God. Waiting is a reminder that we are not in control but God. It is reason to give praise because our perfect God has taken our concerns intoRead More
The body of Christ consists of all His people. Each person is important and completes His big picture. While it’s easy to look at some people and think they are more important because they are more visible, it is not true. Let’s take the pipe organ for example. There are numerous pipes large and small. Read More
You smell the hickory smoke rising from barbecue being cooked for hours or even days? The aroma is a constant reminder that a good barbecue is coming. When the dinner is finally ready it is well worth the wait. Tender, moist, flavorful barbecue that only time can produce. Imagine that same meal cooked in theRead More
The past is full of great memories. The places we went to school, the people we met along the way, first dates or achievements are some of the things people ponder. Some past things are not pleasant to ponder such as lost loves, moving away, failing marks in school or numerous other things that didn’tRead More
There is healing, encouragement, peace and comfort in the living waters of our Lord Jesus Christ. As we trust Him more and more we are like ships on a journey that He guides and directs. There are days of blistering heat, raging storms and high waves along the way but the obstacles are no matchRead More