As I've been trying to rest from an illness, I have been spending some time soaking in the presence of the Lord. Yes, we all can get sick but I'm fully convinced that "by His stripes I am healed" Psalm 53:5 He starts out the chapter by saying, "Who has believed our report? And to … Continue reading You Deserve The Glory
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Oil And The Wine
Last week I was ministering on the story of the Samaritan. It wasn't really about the Samaritan but more about what he offered. While he played a significant part in the story and he certainly was the vessel for what happened, I believe if we look deeper into the story, we will find that what, … Continue reading Oil And The Wine
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
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
If Grace Is An Ocean…
Yesterday, I was talking to a brother about grace. He was sharing with me his walk of grace and what brought him to where he is now. What a wonderful topic to share between believers. Grace is a topic that you will hear about quite often in churches. Everyone knows Amazing Grace but do we … Continue reading If Grace Is An Ocean…
Satan’s Tricks
The following is a poem written by a dear lady and prayer warrior. For many years, she has been encouraging others through her words of wisdom, compassion, and truth. Her name is Beulah Kitzmiller and her son Rusty has also been a wonderful friend for many years now. Rusty, who is the Development Director at … Continue reading Satan’s Tricks
Good News For Your Day…And For Eternity
I was reading this the other day. A friend of mine posted it on Facebook and I thought it merited repeating. It's by Brennan Manning from his book, The Ragamuffin Gospel: Good News for the Bedraggled, Beat-Up, and Burnt Out. Brennan has a unique way of showing grace and God's heart and reason for showing … Continue reading Good News For Your Day…And For Eternity
Grace…Do You Get It?
I've been meaning to post this for a while. Watch this video from the Skit Guys. These guys go from explaining grace to a 5 year old, to a teenager struggling with God's love, and finally to Peter...the one who denied Christ and He still showed him love. Friends, maybe you're having a hard time … Continue reading Grace…Do You Get It?
All Is Forgiven
Going through some of my favorite CD's from my past, I picked up a disc from artist Michael O'Brien. On this disc is his top hit "What Held You On The Cross." While every song on this project is good, as I was driving down the road, one song stood out to me. All Is … Continue reading All Is Forgiven
The Balm of Gilead 