I was reading in the Word last night the story of the triumphant entry of Christ in Jerusalem. I have read the story a number of times before – Jesus sends his disciples to get a colt, they go get it. Jesus comes in, the people lay down the branches and sing “Hosanna and Blessed... Continue Reading →
Fruit or Roots
There is a lot said in the Bible about fruit, over 197 references, and 21 references to roots in the bible according to a search on Bible Gateway A few I found interesting were Psalms: 1:1-3 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way... Continue Reading →
The Same Power
We have started singing a song at church, I think it is by Hillsong, but can't swear to it - but there is a line of it that spoke to me about something that I believe God has been trying to show His church. The line says "The same power that conquered the grave lives... Continue Reading →
Faith vs Courage
Faith is defined as confidence or trust in a person or thing. Having courage is to act in accordance with one's beliefs, esp. in spite of criticism. Why is it that I can have faith but not the courage to act in accordance with what I believe? Today I was talking with this person and... Continue Reading →
Prayer to honor
Lord, let me see with Your eyes. Let me feel with Your heart. Let me love with the love of the Savior Let me speak with Your words. Lord, forgive me for not giving honor to those who You have placed in authority over me. Help me to give honor as You intended me too.... Continue Reading →
Convenience vs Compassion
Our world is definitely one of convenience, drive through windows, convenience stores, instant drinks and foods, automatic everything - we want things to be convenient for us. As Christian's we can not afford to live a life of convenience, we have to follow Christ, and His was not a life of convenience. Take for instance... Continue Reading →
Lord, I am so frustrated. I wish I could hear Your audible voice give me the guidance my heart and soul desire. I feel so inadequate as a wife, mother, daughter, friend, social worker, and well just life in general. I know that I am suppose to for in my own weakness Your strength is... Continue Reading →
A New Year’s Prayer
Dear Lord, my prayer for this year is That You will use me to do Your will That You will help me be obedient in all things That You will help me to grow in every aspect of my realtionship with You That You will draw those in my sphere of influence into a close... Continue Reading →
