In the ninth chapter of the Luke we read about Jesus feeding the multitudes. Powerful truth and encouragement are revealed through a very short section of Scripture, beginning in verse 10 and ending in verse 17. For me, it demonstrates how God allows problems for our growth and benefit in the following ways: The Problem: …
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In God We Trust
In America we have "In God We Trust" printed on our money, which should serve as a good reminder to what our top priority and focus should be. However, if we're honest, many times, it's the money we actually trust. We may trust that how much, or how little we have of it determines our …
Along The Way
As I knelt praying one morning, I was struck by how many people on my heart and mind were enduring deep physical and emotional struggles and pains. This realization didn't dilute the challenges I face, but it did put them in perspective. For it seems the things I allow to frustrate me are small irritants …
Going There
My pastor is currently leading a teaching series entitled "Go There". Thus, the challenge is to go wherever God leads us, willingly, boldly, lovingly, authentically, truthfully and purposely. As I have pursued this truth deeper, I have been encouraged to discover how practically everyone used by God throughout history seem to share three commonalities as …
Raining, But Still Playing
Since the death of Prince was announced, various stories about the man have consumed the news outlets. One story in particular however stood out to me. It was when he was set to play the Super Bowl halftime show. The rain that evening was a concern for many as they weren't sure how Prince would …
Dire Straits?
The story of the poor widow about to lose her children to debt collectors serves as a powerful reminder to God's loving provision in our life, but also to our divine responsibilities during this life: Trust: When she discovered her husband had left her with unpaid debts that could result in her children being taken …
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