“Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” Romans 12:9 My heart has been undergoing spiritual surgery this week concerning honoring God and his people. Actually, my heart work usually grows…
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When stressed and anxious, look to God for assistance
“Pour out all your worries and stress upon him and leave them there, for he always tenderly cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7 “Don’t take it personal, I just don’t want to be married to you anymore.” He spoke the words with calloused apathy, never slowing as he gathered a few things on the way…
Trust, obey God for a good life
“Do what God tells you. Walk in the paths he shows you: Follow the life-map absolutely, keep an eye out for the signposts.” Deuteronomy 5:33 (MSG) Reading, or listening, to a good book is one of my favorite things. I especially love reading the real life stories of men and women living their lives fully…
Like Manna from Heaven
“Then the Lord said to Moses, ‘Look, I’m going to rain down food from heaven for you.” Exodus 16:4 The memory is as bright and fresh as the sun shining across our table during breakfasts of my youth. The sun beams flashed across my cereal bowl with marked precision sending sparkles of light flickering into…
Living under the influence
In Ephesians chapter 5, the Apostle Paul continues his letter to the church at Ephesus on the importance of maturing in their faith. He encourages the Christians to walk in love with one another, be light to the world, and live in wisdom by following God’s precepts. Then, in verse 18, Paul warns the church,…