Pick Up Your Mat and Walk!
Then Jesus said to him, “Get up! Pick up your mat and walk.” John 5:8 In order to appreciate the value of Jesus’ command, you need to consider the culture of the day. Today, although some may feel we...
View ArticleIf God Gives You Influence…
If God gives you influence the enemy gives you attention! We shouldn’t be surprised when we see pastors and church leaders struggle. They are human – imperfect humans. I have witnessed over the years –...
View Article5 Easy Steps to Begin a Daily Quiet Time
The way you begin your day often determines the quality of the day. For this reason, throughout my adult Christian life, I’ve tried to spend some time focused on the God I love and trust. It truly does...
View Article12 Game-Changing and Tweetable Proverbs
Here’s a challenge you’ve likely heard before, but may need to practice again. For a month, read a Proverbs everyday. There are 31 Proverbs – enough to fill the longest months. If you’re reading this...
View ArticleStart a New Year With A Blank Page
and find out what pleases the Lord. Ephesians 5:10 NIV One of my life goals has been to get to a blank piece of paper stage in my walk with God. Ultimately, I want to present God with a blank piece of...
View ArticleWhat To Do the Day After Christmas
And all they that heard it wondered at those things, which were told them by the shepherds. Luke 2:18 It’s the day after Christmas. Presents are opened. Trees are coming down. Reflecting is in full...
View ArticleWaiting For What’s Next Doesn’t Mean You Do Nothing
Inactivity rarely produces anything. If you are in a time of waiting – even waiting on God – that doesn’t always mean there is nothing for you to do. In John 2:4, Jesus said, “My time has not yet...
View ArticleThe Elasticity of the Heart – An Important Life Principle
Be aware of the elasticity of your heart. I’ve learned through hard lessons that a stretched heart never returns exactly the same. The Bible says, “Above all else, guard your heart.” I think part of...
View ArticleGO FOR IT! – Encouragement to stand against naysayers
When Eliab, David’s oldest brother, heard him speaking with the men, he burned with anger at him and asked, “Why have you come down here? And with whom did you leave those few sheep in the desert? I...
View Article7 Personal Disciplines: A 90 Day Challenge
I’ve always been considered a fairly disciplined person. There are certain disciplines that have made me who I am today. In especially busy or stressful times of life, however, I do not always feel as...
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