Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:28-29 Labor means different things to different people. There are times that my job is laborious and other times... Continue Reading →
For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives.” Hebrews 12:6 Lexicon :: Strong's G3811 - paideuō To chastise in biblical and ecclesiastical use employed of God, to chasten (have a restraining or moderating effect on, discipline cynical and punish) by the infliction of evils and calamities Lexicon :: Strong's G3146 - mastigoō... Continue Reading →
Take It With You
Now this I say, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God; nor does corruption inherit incorruption. I Corinthians 15:50 You can't take it with you, all the material goods in the world, matter nothing at death. Our bodies perish, but all that we have accumulated remain. This scripture reminds me of the... Continue Reading →
Thoughts
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. Philippians 4:8 Thoughts are powerful things. They can propel us forward. Or they can keep us trapped. Thoughts can help us be in a positive emotional state or a... Continue Reading →
Meditate
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14 Lexicon :: Strong's H561 - 'ēmer - utterance commas beach, word, saying, promise, command Lexicon :: Strong's H1902 - higāyôn - Meditation, musing I want my words to be pleasing to God. He has done such... Continue Reading →
Spiritual Warfare
For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 We are in human, flesh... Continue Reading →
Renewed
Renewed discusses the author's journey of spiritual transformation, stressing the continuous process of mind renewal in Christianity. Renewed recommends personal discipline, patience, obedience, and faithfulness, as well as openness to new divine revelations for this transformation. The ultimate goal being the alignment of an individual's thoughts and desires with God's teachings and their implementation in daily life.
Look on the Heart
While society often focuses on outward appearance, as emphasized by the size of the beauty industry, it's crucial to look deeper. The heart and intent matter more than surface-level appearances. Even when disagreeing significantly, we should strive to comprehend the heart behind someone's views and maintain respect and love. It reflects a Biblical perspective that God values the heart over external attributes.
Heal the Land
The writer highlights the need for humility, prayer, and repentance based on 2 Chronicles 7:14. They lament the loss of these virtues in the U.S. after the 9/11 attacks, asserting that individuals prioritized personal desires over spiritual necessity. The writer encourages individuals to step up, to seek God's forgiveness, and invites God to heal their nation and deliver them from wickedness.
Don’t Let Your Story Get in the Way of the Truth
“You yourselves are our letter of recommendation, written on our hearts, to be known and read by all. And you show that you are a letter from Christ delivered by us, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts.” 2... Continue Reading →
Restoring Voice 