peace

Father, forgive us for those times when we stir up trouble or controversy, when we say hurtful things or spread gossip. We are your adopted children, and we are called to bring peace, just as you bring it to us.

Sermon Snippet

“If you want peace, it starts with prayer and petition.” Dave Mitchell “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your mind in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4: 6-7Continue reading “Sermon Snippet”

Happy December

December–a time of decorating, cooking, baking, shopping, and wrapping. May this December be a time of reflection, joy, love, and spiritual growth. Anticipate the birth of the Savior of the world. Rejoice in the love He has shown for all of us. Share that love with others. This December, may we be more intentional aboutContinue reading “Happy December”

Walking the Nature Trails

The path opens to a clearing larger than a football field. Waist high brome grasses sway slightly in a gentle waltz with the faint breeze. Nearby branches merely watch, too heavily laden with yellow-green hedge apples to dance. On the far side of the field lies a painter’s palette of trees showing their colors—green, yellow,Continue reading “Walking the Nature Trails”

Peace

Happy Monday, everyone! I hope you have a wonderful week. Today’s verses are so reassuring, especially when we are having troubles or experiencing difficult times. May you have Jesus’ peace in your times of trouble.

An Encouraging Word

If you are struggling today with feeling down and discouraged, if you are shedding tears and bewailing your fate, take heart in these words.\ Even Jesus shed tears. While visiting his friend Lazarus’ tomb, “Jesus wept.” The shortest verse in the bible is perhaps the verse that most helps us see the human side ofContinue reading “An Encouraging Word”

After 9-11

I wrote this in 2001. It was my way of dealing with all the fear and negative emotions I was experiencing. It brought me peace. In light of recent violence and tragedies and in memory of 9-11, I’m sharing it today. I hope it brings you peace. After 9-11 Television reveals the horrors: smoking ruins,Continue reading “After 9-11”

A Prayer for You

When life is chaotic and you feel stressed, may God grant you peace. When you feel alone and unloved, may God fill you with His love. When you are overwhelmed with grief, may God give you comfort. When you struggle with what to do, may God share His wisdom. When you feel lost and confused,Continue reading “A Prayer for You”

A Prayer for You

Such a beautiful prayer in scripture. Great way to start the week. Happy Monday.

Rivers of Peace

In a world torn by conflicts and war, people seek peace. They question why war exists; hasn’t God has promised peace? When you listen to the news, it seems peace doesn’t exist. Even in our homes, it can be elusive. Couples bicker and divorce, siblings argue and fight. The book of Isaiah sheds light onContinue reading “Rivers of Peace”