A single mention of anything in Scripture ought to be paid attention to. But when there are multiple mentions of any one thing, it seems to me God has something important in mind! It piques my interest. Scripture mentions doves over thirty times. Often the context gives great honor to the dove. The most well-known … More Dove Notes – Intro
For all of recorded time, humanity has brazenly used God’s name to affirm its choices. Much like “tagging” a friend on Facebook, we tack God’s name on our activities, thereby implying His presence and approval. From wars to divorces to abortion, we humans audaciously attach His Name to plans and projects His heart never conceived…even … More Tagging God isn’t (always) Aligning with God
Working. Carrying burdens. Struggling to keep up, to carry on. Does it sound like a description of your life? Does it sound like a description of a blessed life? We live in a busy world. Our technology is a blessing and a curse. The more we can get done, the more we feel we must … More Are you busy & burdened? Come.
Labels are a part of our world. They are, in their simplest form, a simple categorization…a tool to simplify the tremendous complexities of life. They are, in their more sinister form a lens that distorts perspective. Studies have confirmed that a ‘labeled’ individual is perceived more according to the label that the presenting facts. Beyond … More Finding out who I am!
Singing the song God placed within you is another way of saying, “Be the Message” God has given you. As believers, our lives are to ring true…the words we say are to be expressed in the way we live. The indwelling Spirit provides the power for this to take place. As Oswald Chambers expresses it: … More Be the Message
Building character is a lifetime endeavor with an endless variety of beautiful attributes to consider. To start this new year, we will focus on two traits clearly evidenced in Jesus’ life: attentiveness and an all-in commitment! The verses we will use as a foundation of these traits are Hebrews 2:1 and Colossians 3:23. Hebrews 2:1. … More Attentive and All-In
Our heavenly Father created this universe in six days. We have arrived at the completion of one work week in the realm of your faith journey. My prayer is that you have had new insights about the magnitude of the life Christ provides for those who put their faith in Him. This journey to a … More Journey to Abundant Living – Day 6
Has your view of faith been challenged this week? A faith walk is not meant to be isolated to Sundays–it is a 24-7 proposition. It covers every aspect of life. Today, we look at the final connection we need for abundant living. Are you ready? It is huge. How is your relationship with all else … More Journey to Abundant Living – Day 5
The WORD is living…we don’t need to ‘bring it to life.’ We need to bring our lives to life by weaving the Truth into our days. This is much more than reading a command or a promise and then seeking its fulfillment in your reality. The Bible is literature as well as life. Reading is … More Bringing Word to Life
Here we are at Day Four of the journey. The journey to a life of peace, joy and purpose is found in Jesus Christ and lived out by us in the context of our days–and the midst of the people who populate our day! There is an acrostic for J.O.Y. that I love: Jesus, Others & Yourself. … More Journey to Abundant Living – Day 4
