The greatest issue facing the world today, with all its heartbreaking needs, is whether those who, by profession or culture, are identified as ‘Christians’ will become disciples – students, apprentices, practitioners – of Jesus Christ, steadily learning from him how to live the life of the Kingdom of the Heavens into every corner of humanContinue reading “Food for Thought”
Category Archives: An Encouraging Word
Fear No Evil
Halloween was filled with costumes, including spooks and goblins, but Satan continues to prowl about, seeking victims. Thankfully, our Lord protects us from Satan’s evil. Have no fear! Thank you, Father, that you are stronger than Satan and you will protect us from his evil ways. “You, dear children, are from God and have overcomeContinue reading “Fear No Evil”
A Month of Thankfulness, Day 2
Today, November 2nd, I am thankful that I can worship (or not) wherever I choose. I am thankful for a pastor and staff who live and love like Jesus and work hard so that all of us can “flourish together in God’s Kingdom as we follow Jesus, being formed into His image.” By the way,Continue reading “A Month of Thankfulness, Day 2”
A Month of Thankfulness, Day 1
Today, November 1st, I am thankful for the bounty of the earth. Our small backyard garden has yielded tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers for us to eat. We can visit the farmer’s market for many tasty, nutritious foods. Locally grown corn-on-the-cob, onions, white and sweet potatoes, green beans and so many more. The grocery store offersContinue reading “A Month of Thankfulness, Day 1”
Through the Psalms, 33
As the leaves turn color, we rejoice in the cooler weather and the autumnal colors. Even though we know that those colors signal the coming of winter, of cold weather and bare trees. But even so, we have hope, for we know our Lord is faithful. Yes, the autumn leaves will fall, and winter willContinue reading “Through the Psalms, 33”
Call on Him
Happy Thursday! I hope you have a beautiful day. How reassuring is this verse? Even when we don’t feel His presence, He will draw near to us. All we have to do is call on Him.
Dropping the Stones
Caught in the act, they dragged her into the temple courts. Head down, hands trembling, she avoided the eyes of the angry men surrounding her. The men couldn’t wait to pass judgment on her. Their faces turned hard as the stones they longed to throw. After all, that was God’s law. But the man whoContinue reading “Dropping the Stones”
Food for Thought
Here’s some food for thought on this Tuesday in October. “…the deepest spiritual lessons are not learned by his letting us have our way in the end, but by his making us wait, bearing with us in love and patience until we are able to honestly pray what he taught his disciples to pray: ThyContinue reading “Food for Thought”
The Son’s Warmth
The Sun’s Warmth I love to feel the sun shining on my face. Its rays soak into my skin, leaving me warm, mellow, and comfortable. In the sunshine my spirits lift, energizing me for the day’s tasks. On a cloudy, windy day, the chill penetrates my body, leaving me cold and shivering. The sunless, grayContinue reading “The Son’s Warmth”
The Way to Happiness
Today’s food for thought comes from Norman Vincent Peale. Don’t you just love his positive attitude? “The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind from worry. Live simply, expect little, give much. Scatter sunshine, forget self, think of others. Try this for a week and you will be surprised.” ― NormanContinue reading “The Way to Happiness”
Growing Our Faith Together 