bearing with one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a grievance against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you are also to forgive. Colossians 3:13 So often people try to avoid those who have complaints against them. Instead of seeking forgiveness or granting it they avoid it. We're called to... Continue Reading →
Blameless
God is my strong fortress. He makes my way perfect. 2 Samuel 22:33 It is easy to get focused on my sins in the past and feel like my way has been anything but perfect (other versions say blameless). I know where I've walked, what I've done and the things I've said. God's word is true.... Continue Reading →
Volunteering not Work
This passage asserts that salvation is a gift from God, achieved through faith not works. The text emphasizes accepting Jesus as the Messiah, who paid a price for humanity's sins, as crucial. It also remarks the importance of voluntary service, guided by our faith, contributing to God's kingdom, rather than considering it as a way to earn salvation. The author concludes with a prayer for guidance in this service.
Heart and Soul
Hearth and Soul reflects on the biblical verse Deuteronomy 4:29, acknowledging a personal struggle to seek God amidst feeling overwhelmed and discontent. The writer identifies journaling and prayer as necessities for maintaining mental, emotional, and spiritual health. They are grateful for God's reminder to seek Him more fully, and ends with a prayer for the strength to overcome any obstacles to this pursuit.
