Finding Truth in God's Word
Part Two: The Devil Is in the Details In part one of this topic, I discussed how an inability to remember and learn from our past mistakes causes us repeat them. But there's more to it than just mere forgetfulness. Satan is a true master of manipulation. Even in the Garden of Eden, which was... Continue Reading →
As I prepare my heart for Holy Week I find myself thinking a lot about spiritual readiness. Jesus frequently used the words asleep and awake to describe our spiritual readiness. Just before Jesus was betrayed he told his disciples that they would all fall away. Then Jesus told them, “This very night you will all... Continue Reading →
I was reminded today of how much our thoughts influence our actions and attitudes. We like to think we single handedly dictate our thoughts, beliefs, and opinions. But the outside voices we hear have a tremendous impact on our thoughts and our hearts. Have you ever had a thought that continued to replay in your... Continue Reading →
America is a land of plenty, if not excess. When we are surrounded by those with more, we easily forget how blessed we really are. Of all the letters, this is the one that has most often convicted me. It speaks to a loss of passion, replaced by complacency. And our complacency causes us to take... Continue Reading →
In this letter Jesus provides words of encouragement for people who were faithful, but barely holding on. Philadelphia was a Roman trade center, filled with wealthy Romans and Non-Christian Jews. The early Christian church, however, was poor and powerless. This area also experienced frequent earthquakes, leaving this small church in a constant process of rebuilding.... Continue Reading →
Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
A closer walk with our beloved friend.
May You Hear, Recognize, Understand and Respond when God Talks to You!
My garden is full of delights! It fills the senses with beauty, color and wonder. It helps me to understand beautiful truths about God, the Creator of heaven and earth.
Advice and Tips on How to Garden
Seek and You Will Find 