Having a loving father is a gift from the Lord and something I am very thankful for. Growing up, you may not have experienced a loving earthly father, but you have always had a loving heavenly Father. There is something special about being in God’s family. In the Lord’s family, you are accepted, highly favored, …
When life is a struggle, everything is difficult. You might be experiencing this now and not sure which way to turn. Sin or something out of our control may cause problems. It can be heart-wrenching to see those around us struggle, especially family members and friends. Struggles often bring us to our knees to seek …
Taking responsibility for our actions is never easy, and sometimes we find it easier to shift the blame to others. Adam and Eve sinned, and when confronted by God, they immediately did everything possible to avoid responsibility. Adam blamed his wife, Eve, for giving him fruit from the tree which they were forbidden. Genesis 3:12 The …
Where do we turn when we have sinned? As people, we are born sinful, and our sin and its consequences can overwhelm us. As you read this, you may be weighed down with sins of your past and unsure of what to do. Sometimes we wonder if the Lord will forgive us for our actions. …
Every person, I believe, wants to be an overcomer, especially in overcoming temptation. Have you ever felt like fighting sin is a losing battle? Every day we face temptations to live the old life instead of God’s new life for us. If you are tempted to succumb to sin, you are not alone. The Lord …
Trusting the Lord is the cornerstone of our relationship with Him as we journey through life, and it is not always easy. To trust is to believe what the Lord has told us to be true. Faith is also trusting in the Lord’s promises. Hebrews chapter eleven is called the faith chapter of the Bible …
After six days of creation, the Lord set aside day seven for Sabbath rest. We may think we can do without rest, but soon that behavior catches up with us. The Lord has made us to work, but we also need rest to recharge. Even your cellphone tells you when it needs to be recharged. …
God has plan which is evident from creation to His plans for our lives. God’s plans are always in the proper order, including the day you are born. There came a time when the Lord decided to create the universe with stars, planets, and a special place called earth. On this earth, He placed humanity …
What God creates is good and is the hallmark of everything He does. God’s creation is never faulty or substandard but always good like Himself. Nahum 1:7 The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him. [1] The idea that God creates good things gives us …
Have you ever thought about the blessing of time? God gives each of us the same amount of time each day. Yet what we do with our time impacts ourselves and those around us. In the time given us, we can be loved and love others and be a difference-maker in the lives of others. …