Has it ever been that a person made a promise they did not keep? Have people ever said that they thought they kept that promise already when we have waited with excitement and it never happened? Did you ever prepare for a special visit that was promised getting food...
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...
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. ...
There is great power behind a river dam. When used properly it creates electricity that benefits everyone. It prevents too much water from flooding land where people live. It provides necessary water at the proper time for crops to grow. Occasionally when water...
Nothing can destroy genuine love. Through thick and thin true love between two people, family or close friends cannot be quenched. If human love has this much power then God’s love is limitless. Love conquers all. Jesus saves. Spread the word. Song Of Solomon 8:7...
There is much turmoil in trying to be something we are not. To climb a corporate ladder when our talents are skilled craftsmanship leads to disappointment. To wear designer clothes to compete with the popular crowd when our body shape doesn’t fit that design leads...
Major disasters happen and it’s a natural instinct to want to rush to help out. God gives us that gift. The news media is broadcasting from every aspect how people are being rescued and the numerous people coming to give support. People will donate time, gifts and...
He is with us at all times with a loving arm around us. We walk together through sunny times with excitement of all God does for us. We walk together through storms with comfort knowing we are never alone. Love is everything God is and God is love. Zephaniah 3:17...
William Shakespeare made a famous statement: To thine own self be true. His statement sums up a lot of things. When we can truly be honest with ourselves and God without feeling embarrassed or resentful we are free indeed. By studying the Bible we can learn...
A full box of crayons can be used to create beautiful masterpieces. Some colors are brilliant while others appear to be dull but all serve a specific purpose. What if the most beautiful color decides to go its own way outside the box? What if the dullest color was...
When a person is hurting there is great comfort knowing someone is calling their name out to God. The most sincere prayer comes from a person who has walked through difficult times and understands the hurts of others. The prayer of a sincere loving person gives much...
Love is not based on emotions or whether or not we fully agree with other people’s opinions or life styles. It is not based on liking a person or disliking someone. Love is a commandment of God. Love is a genuine respect for one another putting their needs before...
The Holy Bible has all the answers. God speaks through His Word. Encouragement, healing, peace, hope and calmness are just a few of the many things God offers to His people. He knows our heart’s desires plus He knows how to redirect our paths when we stray. All...
It is comforting to know that God sees all things. He inhabits our praises with a smile. He sees our efforts of obedience and is pleased. There are times when people will wrong us in horrible ways. We wonder sometimes if the tears will every dry up. God holds us...
Love is when a little league baseball team purposely misses the ball in order to allow a child with disabilities to score a run. A few moments of recognition for winning a game is traded for a smile on a child’s face that will last him a lifetime. Love is when the...
Every child wants to hear the word “yes” from a parent when it comes to getting permission to do something they want. The word “no” is not very popular because it means having to give up something they really want. What if a parent said yes to every request? It...
Giving is more than just money in the offering plate. Giving is a mindset. It pleases God when a person takes time to offer a prayer, a kind word or deed. It takes only seconds to smile at someone. Giving sometimes has its own challenges. A person appearing to be...
We do not know what tomorrow holds but we know Who holds tomorrow. Jesus loves us every day and is with us in all things. Romans 8:38 And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our...
By far Jesus suffered the worst rejection. He created man in His image. He loves us, encourages us and even gives His life for us. He walks with us at all times and through all things. It’s almost unimaginable the sorrow He must feel each time a person faces death...
This week a man turned down a possible job because he was asked to remove all references to God from his employment history. This same man has been unemployed for quite some time. He chose God over a job. Twenty years ago a lady chose to walk off the job when asked...
It's easy to trust during good times. Things work out. There is confidence in a good job, relationships and material things. But what are we really rejoicing over during these times? All these things are temporary while here on earth. It's during the trials and...
God has everything under control. All your cares belong to Him now. Enjoy your day and tell others about the awesome love of Jesus Christ. Matthew 6:27 Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? 1 Peter 5:7 Give all your worries and cares to God, for he...
The standard rule of love is represented by the word "JOY." It means to always put Jesus first, the needs of others second and yourself last. There are times when sleep is put aside in order to pray for friend headed down a wrong path. The opportunity for a good...
It's amazing how much we can see at one time from an airplane. What is the most amazing thing is God sees everything at all times. He is everywhere. He knows everything. He loves everybody enough to give His life. Revelation 1:8 “I am the Alpha and the Omega—the...
It's funny sometimes when we feel everything is working out and life is a breeze there comes times of trials shortly afterwards. It's a matter of our best v/s God's best. When we are being molded into His likeness life can seem tough. When things don't quite fit...
May you feel His presence today. No matter what storm you are facing, He has already won the victory. No matter what good news you hear today, He is worthy to be praised. He is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. We can count on His love. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17...
In all things we can rest in His arms. No matter what the circumstance, disappointments, discouragements or long waits for an answered prayer, He has all things covered in His love. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own...
An attitude of serving others should be a way of life to one who loves Jesus Christ. To hold a door open for an elderly person or to smile and say hello to one who seems so all alone takes no effort. It doesn’t cost even one red cent to display an attitude of...
When a child runs fast to reach home plate for that extra run the parents and crowd cheer. The outfielders drop the ball giving extra time to get that run. He reaches home plate and it is an obvious score. He is safe. Then the umpire yells, "out." Most people...