“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. [...]

“The Lord is good to everyone who trusts in him, So it is best for us to wait in patience—to wait for him to save us—And it is best to learn this patience [...]

“The Lord is slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, forgiving iniquity and transgression.” —Numbers 14:18   “She must have the patience of Job.”   It’s a common phrase derived from James 5:10–11 [...]

Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another…as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put [...]

“Trust the Lord with all your heart, and don’t depend on your own understanding. Remember the Lord in all you do, and He will give you success.” ~ Proverbs 3:5–6 If you think God can’t move [...]

“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” ~ Lamentations 3:22-23 Some people get so hung up [...]

“Not to us, Lord, not to us, but to your name be given glory on account of your gracious love and faithfulness.” ~ Psalm 115:1 Our salvation does not depend on our worthiness. [...]

“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it [...]

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” ~ [...]

“The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life.” ~ Job 33:4 Have you ever felt like no one understands you? Or maybe you’ve felt like [...]

“Lazy people always want things but never get them. Those who work hard get plenty.” ~ Proverbs 13:4 It’s easy to feel like your effort at work goes unnoticed. It can be very [...]

"Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be" -Abraham Lincoln Are you an optimist or a pessimist? Do you focus on the negative or on the positive? [...]

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” ~ Philippians 4:13 The best way to cheat yourself out of greatness is by talking yourself out of completing your goals. The [...]

“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellence’s of him who called you out of darkness into [...]

“In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” ~ Proverbs 3: 6 2017 was a year I did not expect. I published my first book, my son beat [...]

“Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” ~ John 1:29 Christmas is about more than caroling. Christmas is about more than Christmas trees and decorations. Christmas is [...]

“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” ~ Psalm 73: 26   Some days in the midst of a cold winter, [...]

“And looking at them Jesus said to them, ‘With people this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’” ~ Matthew 19:26 There is nothing is that is not possible with God. [...]

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! After eating many plates of turkey, stuffing, and pie I definitely feel a little heavier than usual. But for many people they are feeling weighed [...]

How often are you thankful? This week is Thanksgiving in America, and many families are preparing for long cooking hours, cleaning responsibilities, and incoming relatives. Others are preparing for long work shifts, or [...]

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." ~ I Peter 4:7 Have you ever had those nights where you have nothing to do but dwell in your own worries [...]

The pastor's daughter, only 14 Children A pregnant woman Eight members of one family These were among the 27 victims at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Rarely, if ever, does a [...]

Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly [...]

“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ To Him be the glory, both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.” ~ 2 Peter 3:18 We [...]