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
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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.
Good Good Father
With Father's Day approaching, this song by Chris Tomlin has been circling through my mind. I am amazed at the goodness of God in my life. Over and over, time and time again He has proven Himself to be a good Father. So many scriptures abound about the type of father that God is. The … Continue reading Good Good Father
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
My Prayer
As I was praying and reading this morning, I came across a prayer that revealed so much of my heart. My desire is to be open and honest with God because He already knows my life...and me, better than I do myself. Every part of me wants to be pleasing to my Father. I want … Continue reading My Prayer
A New Day…A New Beginning
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
The Balm of Gilead 