Faith matters “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”—Heb. 11:1 Translation: Faith is made up of hope for things we do not see and have never seen, but have evidence for. If we rightly divide this verse we first need to understand what “Hope” is. Hope isContinue reading “By Faith…”
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Let The Light Shine In
What is Christmas? Christmas is a time for cheer. A time when we slow down and remember the things that matter most. It’s a time when we celebrate the birth of a King. The birth of a savior. Jesus Christ our Lord. As has been pointed out many times, December is not the actual dateContinue reading “Let The Light Shine In”
Recovery For The Holidays
Sometimes forgiveness never comes I was born a drunk, in a family full of drunks. All of whom are now dead. Even me. I drank to escape. Not to escape a bad life. But, to escape boredom. It was a means of going insane for a bit. It’s strange. There was a moment when IContinue reading “Recovery For The Holidays”
God Will Come Running
When we turn to Him Jesus tells us a story about a young man who left home and went to make a name for himself. (Luke 15:11-32) It could be a kid going to college with his parents credit card. Or a kid chasing a dream with his fathers support and blessing. We know thisContinue reading “God Will Come Running”
The Sign of Christ In You
Are you sure you know Him? The sign of Christ in you is not that you work to quit sinning. It’s not that you pretend to be sinless, and go to your church every time the doors are open. The sign is that you confess that Jesus came in the flesh, and confess Him asContinue reading “The Sign of Christ In You”
God Will Establish You
It’s a promise This world is a tough place. It’s supposed to get us to wake up and turn to God, so He can save us and help us. We fall on tough times. We have a spouse who betrays us. We have kids who reject us. We have friends and family who throw usContinue reading “God Will Establish You”
The Brakes Went Out
It was a miracle no one was hurt It was in the late 90’s when I was driving a semi-truck for a living. I was traveling with a heavy load through the state of New York. It was winter. The roads were clear but there was white on the ground everywhere. The road I wasContinue reading “The Brakes Went Out”
Reborn Everyday
Everyday can be a new life Everyday is a new chance at a different life. Every morning when we wake up we can choose how our day goes. I know it’s hard. I battle those morning demons and have for years. I have fought to think rightly in the face of a life that seemedContinue reading “Reborn Everyday”
Being Taught By The Spirit
Do you know Him? “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.”—Hosea 4:6 When you read this verse in context, you willContinue reading “Being Taught By The Spirit”
Thanksgiving Thoughts
Our faith can overcome anger It’s Thanksgiving again,and my thoughts are divided.Like our family,and the culture of this nation. A day to remember,what God has provided.While waiting,to see the blessings to come. A day to reflect,on the things we’ve lost.It could have been worse;we are thankful it was not. It’s time to remember,the arguments atContinue reading “Thanksgiving Thoughts”
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