Eternal Goals or Earthly Works?
When was the last time you sat down and thought about your goals or checked up on your priorities? If we aren’t careful, as we get older life gets busier and we let [...]
God’s Faithfulness to the One Who Believes
One definition of the word “faithful” is, “loyal, constant, steadfast”. First Peter 3:12 says, “For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayers...” Our [...]
Making the Choice to Forgive
Have you ever said to yourself “I am never going to forgive them!” what about, “I’ll forgive them, but I'll never forget”. Many times, out of hurt feelings and anger, we choose to [...]
Three Keys to Waiting on God in an Instant World
To live in a world of constant entertainment, drive-thrus, and any question you have to be answered instantly with a quick search, the idea of waiting for something has become foreign. While our [...]
The Enemy of Freedom
For me, in the society we live in, the idea of “freedom” seems so distant. Not in the sense of physical freedom, freedom to do and say almost anything we please, but spiritual [...]
Where Would We Be Without Freedom?
Where would our country be without freedom? The world looks at Christians as if we are not free, but living under the dictatorship of a hard-to-please God. This could not be further from [...]
Victory Reality
“But thanks be to God, Who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” ~ 1 Corinthians 15:57 The reality is that we are victorious! No matter what battle we are facing [...]
Thinking A Better Life
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think [...]
Becoming Fluent in Faith
“We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak” ~ 2 Corinthians 4:13 The way faith is [...]
You were never meant to blend in with your surroundings
So many Christians don’t want to be noticed. They don’t want to stand out from the crowd, or draw attention to their differences. But when we make the decision to believe in Christ [...]
The Magic of Summer
Something we look forward to all year: The magic of summer. Vacations. Time off. Barbeques. Swimming. Ice cream and of course...the memories. But in the middle of the hustle and bustle, here are [...]
Missing A Mother
As we celebrated Mother’s Day this weekend I could not help but be filled with such love for all of the Mother’s that I have the privilege to know: My wife, my daughter-in-law, [...]
God Is With You!
As soon as you accept Christ into your heart, He never leaves. God is always with you. In every moment of every day, you are never alone. No matter how tough situations get, [...]
Red Light!
[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text] One of the most frustrating things in the world is when you are driving home late at night, you are tired, you are hungry, and the traffic light in front of [...]
MISlabled
The world loves labels: Democrat. Republican. Rich. Poor. Stupid. Smart. Ugly. Beautiful. Every person you meet, every conversation you have, you walk away with a label in your mind. The enemy loves labels [...]
Easter Is In Five Days!
“Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.” ~ John 11:25 In five days Christians all around the [...]
I Will Not Fail You or Abandon You! ~ God
“No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live. For I will be with you as I was with Moses. I will not fail you or abandon you.” [...]
Balancing Your Life’s “To-Do” List
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” ~ Matthew 11:28 When you’re in the midst of juggling work, school, family, hobbies, health, AND a [...]
God Will Help You Hit Your Mark
In archery, the goal is to simply hit the mark at the center of the target with an arrow shot from a bow. In order to do this one must be firmly planted, [...]
Self-conscious, People-conscious, or God Conscious?
In our society we have been raised to be completely self aware, self-conscious and people conscious. “How do I look today? Did I say the right thing? I hope that those people don’t [...]
Talk Yourself Up!
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.” ~ Ephesians [...]
Winter Blues
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” ~ Psalm 73: 26 Here in Oklahoma it seems like winter will never end. [...]
A New Season Is Coming!
A new season is coming! And I’m not just talking about spring. People all over the world are experiencing change. Change in their work lives. Change in their personal lives. Change in their [...]
The Countdown
Have you ever heard the term, “The precious present?” This term isn’t referring to a gift that can necessarily be wrapped with boxes and packaging, or really anything that one person can give [...]