by Carol Roberts
Growing in faith means challenges that will make us strong. It’s easy to trust when things going on all around us are working out. A steady job with good pay gives a sense of comfort. Things seem stable when the boss is easy to get along with and there are always friends to go outRead More
It’s easy to recognize when we are loved. We are accepted for who we are even through mistakes happen. We are greeted with a smile and kindness that radiates a spirit that brings comfort. This same love will sometimes give a firm rebuke to get us back on the right track, but there is stillRead More
God’s mightiest works are done during the darkest storms. Grief, discouragement, brokenness, hopelessness and all other difficulties are God’s greatest opportunities to show His hand. When we do not see Him or feel Him we trust Him. Faith pleases God and we know that during the times we cannot see Him it’s because He isRead More
There is always a reason to praise God. No matter what the circumstances, looking around us there is at least one thing that is going right. Reading this is proof God gave yet another day. He gave the ability to read and understand. He gave sight and feeling. He gave His life. 1 ThessaloniansRead More
There are deep valleys in life but by far discouragement is the devil’s biggest tool. Hopes are dashed when things we work hard for are taken away and the goal is no longer available. A relationship where we have invested years of prayer and support suddenly is no longer because the person chooses the worldRead More
No two people see eye to eye on every single thing. God made us all with loving care and with many fine details then broke the mold. Each person serves God’s Own purpose. It is reasonable to know there will be many differences of opinion even when both people are right. It is like twoRead More
When someone you never expected picks up the phone and calls, or sends a card or even smiles, it is a big blessing. It comes at a time when it is needed the most. That person listened to God and warmed a heart. To experience one blessing is to receive such a demonstration of love. Read More
Things in this life do not always go according to plan. While others seem to have things under control and things fall into place for them, we never know what is in their hearts. Many times a person with much confidence in their own wealth and abilities are the ones who are empty inside. OthersRead More
His name is Jesus. He loves. He forgives. He saves. It doesn’t matter who you are, your job, your talent, the language you speak or what you look like. Jesus loves. Jesus forgives. Jesus saves. Be blessed today and every day. John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to theRead More
Nobody has to be a super human being to pray. God takes the prayers of ordinary people and changes circumstances. Words may not come out right but Christ intercedes before the throne to make what we say pleasing to God. We may be sinners but God provides a way to be forgiven through Christ justRead More