Sin appeals to our senses (the physical aspects of our reality) which makes it so dangerous. Guard your heart and mind. (Proverbs 7:16 - 18) Wisdom and understanding are all around us. It is up to us to seek them and hear the lessons they want to teach us. (Proverbs 8:1, 4) Remember with the…
Words of Wisdom (#104)
God will guide the redeemed. It is important to keep ourselves in the Word so we can always have a renewing of the mind. "Don't let yesterday use up too much of today." God hears and responds to the plea of His people. He always has and He always will. Experience the promises of God…
Begin Again (#101)
Jesus and His disciples had withdrew as the Crucifixion approached. A short time later, Jesus begins to inform the disciples about the suffering and terrible things He would have to endure. His words were shocking, unfathomable, and Peter quickly cuts Him off (almost out of terror to hear more) declaring that he would follow Jesus…
The Promise of Again (#95)
Some people are able to divide their lives into two: the first half of their life and then the second half of their life. And if asked, they would be able to pinpoint the exact moment when their life was split in two. What people will discover is that the event that takes place in…
Prayers in the Dust (#94)
God opens doors in the hope that we will enter them. There is a sense of new beginnings, rekindled hope, and a clean slate with the arrival of the New Year. But what happens when we turn around and realize our pain and hurt aren't as far away as we thought, and that they've followed…
Rain of Blessings (#93)
God desires for you to demonstrate love and trust. Notice the word is *demonstrate*. Not simply say the words, but actually do the action. Did your spouse, family member, or significant other say something hurtful to you? Respond (demonstrate) in love. God will handle the rest. "...we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and…
Sword of Truth (#92)
There are many people who are familiar with the ancient book called the Holy Bible. Some are scholars - people who study the Book and its teachings. Some are teachers - those who explain the meanings and interpretations of the text. Some are readers - individuals who pore over the words and mediate on its…
Oath of Dawn (#91)
Morning is a great time to sit down and set aside time to spend with God. Sometimes we get so wrapped up in our jam-packed daily lives and activities, that we feel we need to get a head start on our list. Most of the time, that means that God gets the leftovers of our…
Deep Roots (#88)
Let's delve deeper into a universal aspect of the human condition. We have all planted roots into something. Whether it be in a belief, attitude, relationship, mindset, or worldview. It is the place that we come back to in order to feel comforted, relieved, or reassured. In the Christian faith, believers understand that the place…
Save and Deliver (#79)
Today, there are many people in need of a rescue. Turn on the news, read the papers, and it is difficult to fathom the suffering that goes on in the world. We see the stories from abroad, an ocean away, and we can feel our heart strings tug for those caught up in tragic events…
Simple Prayer For Today 