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 [...]

Faith is not a feeling. Faith is a place. Faith is an attitude. In order to see miracles take place in your life, you must have an attitude of faith. What does an [...]

These past few months we have watched as our country has suffered. We have seen over 50 lives lost, and over 500 others injured. We have seen hurricane after hurricane destroy entire cities [...]

For many, when they hear the promises of God, they dismiss it. “That will work for someone else,” they think. “But it certainly won’t help my situation.” But that is not true! The [...]

Everyone get’s overwhelmed at times. During this busy time of year, it can be very tempting to give into the feelings of lack of control, stress, anxiety, or even depression. But God’s desire [...]

Belief is either empowering or limiting. It can open up doors for you, or shut them right in your face. Do you believe the best about yourself, or do you focus on all [...]

When I think about September 11th, 2001 I think about the men and women who took action in the midst of chaos. I think about what must have been going through their minds, [...]

As you face each day, remember that you have a weapon, a tool, of which can transform each moment.   The power of the tongue, the effect of our words, has the ability [...]

“Friends, when life gets really difficult, don’t jump to the conclusion that God isn’t on the job. Instead, be glad that you are in the very thick of what Christ experienced. This is [...]

“So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation.” ~ Genesis 2:3 The importance of taking time [...]

“By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work. Then God blessed the seventh day and made it [...]

Everyone get’s overwhelmed at times. During this busy time of year, it can be very tempting to give into the feelings of lack of control, stress, anxiety, or even depression. But God’s desire [...]

“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” ~ Proverbs 16:3 What are you living for? Why do you wake up every day? What do you base your decisions [...]

There is a favorite picture of mine that shows what we think living a life for God is like compared to the actual reality of what living a life for God is like. [...]

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters” ~ Colossians 3:23 When we are born, we aren’t equipped with everything we need [...]

“Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ [...]

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” ~ Romans 8:28 Every day we encounter the [...]

“Nehemiah said, ‘Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of [...]

“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has [...]

“Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the [...]