As a child, the stories from the Old Testament certainly helped shape my view of God. Although God is loving and kind, I couldn't help but recall the times where people were punished for their disbelief and because they were not the Israelites. Reading through Joshua, I had a different thought as I heard about... Continue Reading →
There is a song that we used to sing as children about obedience: Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe, doing exactly what the lord commands And doing it faithfully action is the key, do it immediately and joy you will receive obedience is the very best way to show that... Continue Reading →
For the past sixteen years I have lived unequally yoked. I see God working, but that total surrender has just not happened. I became a Christian when I was eight years old. I didn't start walking in relationship until much later. In the mean time, I was lukewarm at my worst and a poor... Continue Reading →
At times I seem to forget, that the Lord is with me here I see Him when I need Him And thank Him for the good But as long as I live He is here And I can choose to walk in His presence. So in the here I must learn To really be content... Continue Reading →
I have written letters to the future me, but never to the past me. Dear J.J. First I will just let you know you will outgrow that nickname when your about sixteen. It will take a couple more decades for your family to catch on that you are serious about it. With that name change... Continue Reading →
I love the navigation app that I have on my phone. It has become a regular voice for me as I drive, especially if it is my first time driving there. Even if I know where I'm going I still use it to see if there might be a faster route to my destination. Saturday... Continue Reading →
If I could change anything, right now it would have to be a selfish thing and I would say my level of self-control and discipline. Yes, I realize the self-control is a fruit of the Spirit and that I just need to allow it to develop in my life. I also realize that the discipline... Continue Reading →
Transparent beauty fragmented pieces pieced together forming a beautiful picture To draw attention, for enjoyment and inspiration. Broken Life Transparent hurt Glued back together By the blood of the cross Beautiful picture that draws attention to God's trans-formative power Mercy and grace inspiring others and providing hope Broken lives brought together Transparent to each other... Continue Reading →
I truly believe that in every person there is a desire to be inherently good. After 15 years of working with people in the most desperate, desolate, and harsh times of their life, I realize that most people want to be good. People may find this hard to believe but even those who find themselves... Continue Reading →
the Lord. I realize that is a religious cliché and that its easy to say. I don't mean it as one. There is something precious to me about being in the presence of the Lord. Everything that I have been dealing with fades away and joy comes rushing in. When I am feeling overwhelmed emotionally... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 