As we approach the end of 2012 and prepare to enter into 2013, our thoughts usually scan over the past year and look with hope to the coming year. What was 2012 like for you? Were there many successes? How about failures? Many of us use emotional memories. This means that our minds remember the … Continue reading A New Day…A New Beginning
Encouragement
The Word
Lately, I have been looking at myself, my life, those around me, and my world. What I am finding is a struggle within individuals to get back to what is basic. For me even, I have been challenged to take my faith and the ministry God has called me into, and bring it into its … Continue reading The Word
Why The Balm Of Gilead Exists
1 John 5:13-15 MSG My purpose in writing is simply this: that you who believe in God's Son will know beyond the shadow of a doubt that you have eternal life, the reality and not the illusion. And how bold and free we then become in his presence, freely asking according to his will, sure … Continue reading Why The Balm Of Gilead Exists
Love Lifted Me
As I was listening to His voice tonight, a familiar song from my childhood came to me. What an encouragement these words were to me. James Rowe penned these words so eloquently. He was so inspired by the passage of scriptures in Matthew 14:27-31 Matthew 14:27-31 NLT But Jesus spoke to them at once. “Don’t … Continue reading Love Lifted Me
He’s An Awesome God
I heard this song tonight and it reminded me of how it spoke to me through some difficult times. When Im faced with challenges, I try to go back to what I know is Truth. One thing I know is true....HE'S AN AWESOME GOD!!! Listen up, let me tell everybody About my God who reigns … Continue reading He’s An Awesome God
Hope For Your Situation
The following is the personal testimony of Norm Miller, head of Interstate Batteries. What you will find is a man who doesn't judge you for what you're doing but instead offers hope that you can break the destructive patterns in your life. Feel free to visit them at Interstate Batteries Mr Miller also supports I … Continue reading Hope For Your Situation
We Dwell In Him
This was a devotional from Charles Spurgeon. I have been listening today about being a house where God could dwell in. So many times I feel that my house is not worthy of the presence of the creator of the universe. Then I hear His voice so clearly..."Of course it isn't worthy. You could never … Continue reading We Dwell In Him
Where Do You Reside?
While taking some youth to a local park the other day, I came across this tree. The first thing I noticed was how its roots were all spread out. Immediately of thought of the scripture from Psalm 1 that speaks of those who sit in God's counsel will be like trees planted by the water … Continue reading Where Do You Reside?
I Just Dont Know
Sitting here tonight with a little buddy, this statement is running through my mind. Just when I think I know the answers, somebody changes the questions. I've seen friends go through struggles. I've seen turmoil and strife. I've seen heartache and heartbreak on every side. During times of uncertainty, I fall back to my certainty. … Continue reading I Just Dont Know
April Showers
We've all heard the saying, "April showers bring May flowers." I was visiting my mom the other day and as I was walking out, I saw this tree and heard these words so clearly. Because of our extremely mild winter, the flowers are coming up unseasonably early. Our trees are blooming. People are riding their … Continue reading April Showers
The Balm of Gilead 