Blog posts that provide food for thought to inspire readers to reflect on their life and Christian journey.
The New Year is here… Christmas has once again come and gone… And yet I found myself listening to a very energetic conversation about the date of when Jesus Christ was really born. In quiet anger, I simmered… I just couldn’t understand why his birthdate was so very important! For on to us a child … More Why do you care when Jesus was born?
The new year is right around the corner and you are probably in the frame of mind of what should I do differently in next year. How about… being a super hero? With the onslaught in the past few years of so many movies and shows displaying humans that have super powers, one of the … More Super power humans: A New Year Resolution
As He was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the]end of the age?” And Jesus answered and said to them, “See to it that no one misleads you. For many will come in My name, saying, ‘I … More Do you even care?
I don’t know what you are going through today… I don’t know the situations you have been through in life… what I do know that is you were not a mistake. In fact, the bible speaks to how you were chosen… Yes, before time began you were chosen! Praise be to the God and Father … More You were chosen
“Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but … More The Evil Grinch!
“Meanwhile, all the people were wailing and mourning for her. “Stop wailing,” Jesus said. “She is not dead but asleep.”” Luke 8:52 I found what Jesus said very interesting. After all, if one person says that someone is dead then there may be some doubt. But, a whole crowd who were wailing and mourning stands … More Getting lost in the Crowd Mentality
Celebrating a day to give thanks is an annual tradition and holiday in several countries around the world. A few weeks ago, I listened to a speech by a young man who was encouraging his listeners to adopt a lifestyle of giving thanks. I was excited for this speech but the more he progressed the … More When “Giving Thanks” Go Very Wrong
As I was reading the story of the centurion, once finished I exclaimed to myself “Now that is some kind of faith!” Here is the bible story: “There a centurion’s servant, whom his master valued highly, was sick and about to die. The centurion heard of Jesus and sent some elders of the Jews to … More Now that is faith!
“My parents were alcoholics but I can control my alcohol. One sip a day doesn’t effect me.” “Just one peek at that porn.” “No one will know if I cheat on my test.” “I don’t gossip. I just like sharing with others.” “I have to lie. No other choice.” “TV or reading my bible?” Day … More Do this the next time you are experiencing temptation
“If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. I will … More God’s gift to you
