The Purpose of Rest: Journey to 300~ Day 38
The weather in Oklahoma has been cold and blustery with snow, sleet, and thunder! It was a great day to stay inside and with the…
Continue reading → The Purpose of Rest: Journey to 300~ Day 38
The weather in Oklahoma has been cold and blustery with snow, sleet, and thunder! It was a great day to stay inside and with the…
Continue reading → The Purpose of Rest: Journey to 300~ Day 38
Throughout scripture, God calls us to put our faith in Him. When things are going well, He is there. When things are not going well,…
Continue reading → God Hears Your Prayer: Journey to 300~ Day 37
There seems to be a theme that is consistent through many of the messages, blog posts, and articles that have been shared lately. It is a theme that may be a product of what we are experiencing in the world today, or it could be what God is speaking to the church. Regardless, I believe that God's desire is for us to realign our soul with Him on a regular basis.
Grace is not typically a characteristic we find among the relationships the world has with one another. Grace is demanded when it comes to their…
Continue reading → Thanking God for His Grace: Journey to 300~ Day 34
In the book of Ephesians from the Bible, Paul challenges believers to live a life worthy of the calling. To do so means that we…
Continue reading → Journey to 300~ Day 33: A Life Worthy of the Calling
When we know and have a relationship with God, we end up understanding His heart for mankind. His fundamental attribute is love and the more we spend time with Him, the more we become like Him. So in order for us to love as our Father, we need to look to His word. What does the Bible say about God's Love?
Attending the funeral of a friend today, I was reminded of the most important characteristics of his life. Characteristics that made an impact on his…
Continue reading → Journey to 300~ Day 31: How Do You Want to be Remembered?
There is no way that our limited comprehension could understand all that God knows and does. We are limited by our human capacity to understand every detail of God's knowledge and plan. Regardless of how far our technological advances go, they will pale in comparison to God's unlimited capabilities.
Experiences remind me that God in his infinite power, knowledge, and wisdom created the natural world around us. Not only are we to enjoy what He has done, but it is a constant reminder of the power and presence of an almighty God. As a result, I have
Helping students to develop the skill of preparing and delivering sermons. While I am not the best at homiletics,
it was challenging for those of us who do preach and for those beginning. It was fun to talk about the skill development and preparation needed to preach the gospel.
It is comforting to know that God is always present and available to us. Regardless of the season, blessing, or trials, God is there. At times He may feel like he is far away but He is ever-present and promised that he would never leave or forsake us.
Regardless of where you are today, God is there. He is available to you if you are in the heavens, in the depth of the sea, or simply in a cubicle at work. There is not one place that you and I can go that God is not available.
During times that we may feel we are drowning, we never know how God may use us to lift someone else up. It may just save our own life...
Philippians 3:8 (ESV) — 8 Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake…
Continue reading → Journey to 300~ Day 16: The Pursuit of Christ
There is a great blessing that comes with giving your will to God and that there is nothing that will hinder his grace and mercy in your life. To know that He is actively involved in the growth of your spiritual life, molding you for the purpose of which designed.
No doubt there are a great many people who love the church that they attend. The people, pastor, location, services, style, and programs are often the determining factor for their love. It is understandable that people want to find a church that is a fit for personal needs.
The church is facing some overwhelming challenges. At the same time, the church often finds itself in the weeds. Dealing with things that will not matter in light of eternity.
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under…
Continue reading → Journey to 300~ Day 8: Doing the Best Things in the Worst of Times
Paul reminds us that as we live by faith, we have the sure foundation that Christ was the perfect sacrifice for our sins. He took our place on the cross so that we would experience the grace and goodness of God in our lives! We are assured that Christ became a blessing to those who believe.
Going through a constant barrage of troubles and difficulties in this life can lead to overwhelming feelings. Fears, anxieties, and discouragements can cause us to wonder where God is at. Yet, the Psalmist gives some insight into the prayer of faith when we feel alone.