by Carol Roberts
People do not have to think alike to think together. It is these differences that grow deeper understandings. When words are spoken from the mind it’s possible to create an even bigger division when expressing points of view. However words spoken from the heart reaches hearts and differences are received as valuable contributions. Prayerfully consideringRead More
We may not understand what is happening around us or see how certain things will ever work out. However there is one thing for sure, God has a plan. He knew before time began what the end results would be. There is reason to give God glory in all things because His purpose is perfectRead More
Before giving completely up, wait. Just because all human efforts have been exhausted doesn’t mean it’s over. It’s God’s turn now. Habakkuk 2:1 I will climb up to my watchtower and stand at my guard post. There I will wait to see what the Lord says and how He will answer my complaint.
When writing a letter and a word is misspelled how quickly we erase the word and rewrite it or even throw away the note. Sending emails to friends or coworkers sometimes have mistakes that can be easily corrected with a simple delete or backspace button. Some computer programs have spell check where words will automaticallyRead More
Temptation will happen because the devil is on the war path. The devil will use all situations, encounters and thoughts to bring people to his level. His days are numbered and he knows it so he will use everything possible to trip up God’s people. It’s interesting how sitting in church will put a person’sRead More
Sometimes it seems God waits until long after we feel it is too late and all hope is gone. God has many reasons for His timing and every reason is good. If everything was worked out on our time table then where is the opportunity to build faith? Where is the opportunity to see miraclesRead More
It is not about how mean a person has been but how kind we are in return. At times it may not be easy but it’s God’s best way to bring about a solution or a punishment. God’s ways are always the best. Romans 12:17-21 Never pay back evil with more evil. Do things inRead More
The Bible speaks of trusting God and looking to every man as a liar. No matter how many times we are forgiven there is the temptation to stretch the truth or out right lie when confronted with an issue we do not want to face. Jesus tells us to forgive seventy times seven, meaning toRead More
There is no championship without a battle. There is no victory without obstacles. There is no achievement without hard work. Jesus has already won all victories. During life’s battles we determine which has the upper hand and for how long. We can concentrate on the obstacle or the solutions. It is what we give attentionRead More
A beautiful sheet of snow covers the ground. A budding tree comes in the spring. Warm sunshine cheers the heart. A full moon lightens the darkest of nights. A colorful sunset draws attention. A cloudless day shows a magnificent shade of blue. Fall time trees paint a scenery of orange, red and yellow. Seasons areRead More