In Everything Give Thanks

In Everything Give Thanks

Whatever happens, give thanks, because it is God’s will in Christ Jesus that you do this. I Thessalonians 5:18 (GW) A previous pastor often noted in his Thanksgiving sermon that he was thankful for his bed, his car, his dog, good food, and clothes to wear — so many...
Pro-life

Pro-life

 Fight the good fight along with all other believers. Take hold of eternal life. You were chosen for it when you openly told others what you believe. Many witnesses heard you. 1 Timothy 6:12 (NIRV) My daughter was born just days before the passage of Roe v....
Sunflower, Another Name for Hope

Sunflower, Another Name for Hope

Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly...
Expectations

Expectations

You can make many plans,     but the Lord’s purpose will prevail. Proverbs 19:21 (NLT) I’m a planner by temperament, birth order, and enneagram number. I make lists. I fill in a calendar on my computer which syncs to all my devices. I don’t wait until the...
Hope is a Verb

Hope is a Verb

We were saved to have this hope. If we can see what we are waiting for, that is not really hope. People don’t hope for something they already have. But we are hoping for something we don’t have yet, and we are waiting for it patiently. Romans 8:24-25 (ERV) I was...