Unstable Lifestyles are a Liability for Christ-Followers
A double-minded man is unstable in all his ways. James 1:8 Several years ago, I woke up, washed my face, lathered up my face, and grabbed my razor. I looked in the mirror, and everything in the room was [...]
Salvation is Too Important to Take for Granted
Unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God. John 3:3 As I think about the past eight months, I can understand why people are COVID tired. Day after day, waking up to the news of [...]
Pray for Your Pastor Because He Needs It!
I have other sheep, which are not of this fold; I must bring them also, and they will hear My voice; and they will become one flock with one shepherd. John 10:16 I had a great friend send me [...]
Sin Always Provokes Some Kind of Response
The children of Israel and the children of Judah have done nothing but evil in My sight from their youth. The children of Israel have done nothing but provoke Me to anger by the work of their hands, declares [...]
God is So Much More Than We Can Imagine
Ah, Lord God! It is You who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for You. You show steadfast love to thousands... Jeremiah 17-18a As a [...]
Determined to Follow When it Seems Impossible
Daniel determined that he would not defile himself with the king's food or with the wine he drank. Daniel 1:8 Following the Lord is a decision of the heart, mind, and will. The Lord's presence is not something that [...]
Praise Through the Hourglass of Eternity
Praise the Lord, all nations! Glorify Him, all peoples! For His faithful love to us is great; the Lord's faithfulness endures forever. Hallelujah! Psalm 117 I think it's time for some good news; how about you? We are [...]
Is Your Strong Tower Real or Imaginary?
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. Proverbs 18:10 One of the most challenging times for me growing up was my first day in middle school. I was [...]
Friendship is Something to be Valued
Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 1 Samuel 18:1 True friends are difficult to find. It is generally impossible to find a friend without being one first. I had a best friend growing up in West Columbia, and [...]