Faith

                  Philippians 4:13 Under very difficult circumstances it is often hard to see the proverbial “silver lining behind the dark cloud.” In the midst of misery and mayhem it’s not an easy task to stay focused on the positive, when all around you everything is negative. I’m…

  Jesus is still available in the hustle and the bustle of the season. After all, He’s the reason for the season. Some people among the crowds seek Him! Wise men and women still seek Him. He’s still a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him. Take the woman with the issue of blood. She…

  Happy Thanksgiving, neighbors! It is my hope and prayer that you have a blessed and joyous holiday season. For many people, the holiday is a time of nostalgia, family traditions and favorite recipes. However, the holiday season is one of angst, anxiety and even despair for so many others. So many people battle with…

  They say change is hard. Perhaps it requires acclimation or some getting used to, but change is spectacular when it is God’s change. Seasonal changes are now evident. Leaves are changing color and falling during fall. The wind is blowing them from trees. How do I know? They’re all over our pool. Reminder to…

  There is no better person to have in your life than Jesus. Nobody loves you more than He does. Nobody can provide what He provides — forgiveness of sin through His death, burial and resurrection, and the way into Heaven. He’s a constant companion! He’s always there for you! Without Jesus in our lives,…

  This piece is strictly for husbands. Get ready for some meddling! The young couple went to their pastor after a period of not getting along. They needed some counseling. The pastor asked the woman if she tried heaping coals of fire on his head. She told him no, only hot grease from a frying…

Recently, to go to a meeting out of town, I took a more scenic route. It is an out-of-the-way drive through the hills. As I was driving, I passed a unique sign on this two-lane country road — “rough road ahead.” Along with the sign was a decreased speed limit. And sure enough, just for…

  Anyone ever ridden in an airplane? Of course you have. It’s no fun when a commercial jet is way up in the blue yonder and things begin to get wild. Perhaps a pilot comes over the intercom with this announcement: “Ladies and gentlemen, we’re experiencing some turbulence. Please return to your seats and fasten…

  Some people believe God is a million miles away from them. It’s simply not true. God knows every detailed aspect of our existence. He knows us better than we know ourselves. He knows our yesterday, today and future. He knows our physical state. He knows our spiritual condition. He knows our emotional whereabouts. For…