“After you have suffered a little while” St. Peter says. Jesus says, “In this world you will have trouble.” If life teaches us anything, it teaches us about suffering. So how do we “suffer” well? Here are 7 “bumper stickers” to look at when you are facing hard, difficult times. https://youtu.be/ztl6zExdd-k Look for a full… Continue Reading
https://youtu.be/lwLkh2GdV9o We all go through mood swings. We drop from the mountaintop to the valley at the drop of a hat. Why is that? And more importantly, how do we climb out of the pit? Here are some thoughts about how to raise your mood. Continue Reading
We had a men’s retreat this weekend with 30 mighty men of God. But what makes them that? It’s not because they are perfect. Here are some observations about being and becoming a man or woman that’s mighty in God’s sight. https://youtu.be/fR9dR30UTFI Continue Reading
We are made better by them, we long for them, we are constantly seeking them, and yet…relationships remain one of the greatest challenges of our human condition. Here’s a word about relationships. https://youtu.be/2a7QpcLDRL8 Continue Reading
We find it hard to be completely honest, especially to God. We think we have to fake it until we make it. But staying transparent before God keeps me in a place of humility and openness to revival. Tell Him about your feelings, frustrations, and faith. He will give you a voice. Continue Reading
“I have something I need to confess.” “Confession is good for the soul.” “I have a confession to make.” We use phrases like that and throw the word confession around a lot. But most of us, at least those of us from the Protestant “confession” really aren’t sure about the value or even the meaning… Continue Reading
We are inundated with negative feelings and emotions. But we don’t have to live with them. Isaiah 61:3 says God is the great exchanger. https://youtu.be/eGMA-oajOYM. Monday Matters Continue Reading
Here is a story of turning a tragedy into a blessing. God does that all the time. He may be doing that for you. https://youtu.be/kb-cyFcd4aI Monday Matters on YouTube. Continue Reading
I was good at distracted driving before it was a popular term. I don’t like driving. I like looking for deer, playing with the grandkids, waving at people at red lights (that really freaks them out.) So, Doris does the driving for us. She’s a good driver, stays focused, pays attention, and doesn’t seem to… Continue Reading
Continually. “They devoted themselves continually…” Acts 2:42 Last night we talked about a similar word, unceasing. Paul says, “Pray without ceasing.” I Thess. 5:17 Here are three possibilities. 1. Pray permanently. We should always be people of prayer. Never stop. I’ve never arrived to the point that I do not need to pray.2. Pray persistently.… Continue Reading