As I was up early this morning reading and praying, I heard something that I've heard before but today was strangley different. I heard the birds singing. Yes, I've heard birds sing before but today they almost spoke to me. Today, they seemed to bring a message to me from God. No, I don't believe … Continue reading Tabula Rasa
emotional health
Fear Is A Liar
Fear....why does it have such a hold on us? From the beginning of our time, fear has managed to become a powerful emotion. Fear is an emotion induced by perceived danger or threat, which causes physiological changes and ultimately behavioral changes, such as fleeing, hiding, or freezing from perceived traumatic events. It can grip us … Continue reading Fear Is A Liar
A Snake And A Prayer?
How an old greek myth relates to our current pandemic
Grateful
I was reading this article by Brian Doerksen the other day and it really spoke to me. For those who don't know him, Brian has been a worship leader for many years and is know for songs such as "Come Now Is The Time To Worship," "Refiner's Fire," "Light The Fire Again," "Faithful One," and … Continue reading Grateful
Hope
Friends, hear this....whether you have hope or not, God has hope enough for you. When Jesus, the resurrection and the life speaks, He can bring hope into a breathless situation.
This Is How It Feels To Be Free
First of all, Happy 4th of July! This has to be one of the most important holidays in the United States. There are many holidays that we celebrate as a nation, but none set the precedence for everything else. None other could set the stage for what would become the greatest nation in the world. … Continue reading This Is How It Feels To Be Free
Thirsty Anyone?
I'm sure no one else has experienced this, but please indulge me for a few moments. Like you, we all go through places where we aren't really sure how or even why we arrived at this location. Sometimes you just open your eyes and you say, "How in the name of common sense did I … Continue reading Thirsty Anyone?
Saved To The Uttermost
Sitting down and mediating on God's goodness, I began to think about a song "When I Think About The Lord." It reminded me of the benefits of being His child and what He has done for me. Growing up in church, I heard plenty of messages on salvation. I recall at a very young age … Continue reading Saved To The Uttermost
Something Isn’t Right….Or Maybe It Is
Tonight, I found myself on my knees crying out to my Creator. Oh the mysteries of the heart that cause so much pain. Oh the brokenness of the soul that stands in need of healing. I'll be very honest and open with you, my heart just couldn't take it anymore. I stood before my Maker … Continue reading Something Isn’t Right….Or Maybe It Is
Are You Afraid Of The Dark?
I was sitting on a balcony tonight, not being able to sleep like normal people do. I could hear the sporadic moving of traffic. I could hear the sounds of the train yard as engines and cars pulled in for service or just passing through. As I looked around, I could see the lights of … Continue reading Are You Afraid Of The Dark?
The Balm of Gilead 