“What is my purpose?” That’s a question I hear a lot. And my answer is simple- your purpose is to let God use you to reach others. But, what does that look like? Well, in some ways, it looks different for everyone. It’s all about experimenting and seeing how you can use your passions and […]
4 Tips for Avoiding Temptation
Christians struggle with sin. Are you surprised? I’m not. The Bible even tells us that temptation is common to all people. “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and He will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation, He will also provide the […]
One BAD Mother!
“He too followed the ways of the house of Ahab, for his mother encouraged him to act wickedly.” 2 Chronicles 22:3 What?!? What kind of mother would encourage her child to act wickedly? Evil Queen Athaliah that’s who. She was so evil she killed her own grandchildren to become Queen! (For further reading, her story […]
An Eye For An Eye
Have you heard the saying “An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth”? This statement is found in the Old Testament in Deuteronomy 19:21 “Show no pity: life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot.” Our society often uses this verse to say that a person […]
KEEP YOUR HANDS UP!
Have you ever felt weary from the battle? Like there are just so many things going on in your life that you just can’t keep up anymore? You’re just tired? Burnt out? I love the story found in Exodus 17:8-13 where the nation of Israel is fighting against the Amalekites. While Joshua led the troops, Moses […]
Under the Influence
Normally, when we think of being “Under the influence” we think of drugs or alcohol. But I would contend that it applies to everything in life. My Daddy always told me, “If you lie with dogs you’ll get up with fleas”. And he was right. Unfortunately, I may have gotten a few “fleas” along the […]
The 6 People You Need to Invite to Easter at Grace
Easter Sunday is April 21st! Who are you going to invite to church? Did you know that people who do not attend church are more likely to attend on Easter than any other time of the year? And studies have shown that 82% of unchurched people would attend church if they were personally invited. […]
7 Ways to Show God’s Love This Week
1. Smile. If we are to let God’s light shine through us, a smile is the best place to start! I have one of those faces that if I’m not smiling I look mad. I have to be very aware of that. Maybe you do too. Make sure your face reflects God’s love! 2. Pray […]
So Help You God?
“So Help You God?” This week, news headlines tell of lawmakers proposing to remove the words “so help you God” from the oath that witnesses are required to take before providing testimony at the House Committee. We all act shocked. But are we really? This isn’t the first time and it won’t be the last […]