Personal Observations

Personal Observations

Recently, I rediscovered a few “personal observations” that I had paraphrased from biblical truths with the purpose of anchoring my heart to God. During the first years of walking with the Lord, it became apparent that the world is a powerful distraction from God, so...
The Way

The Way

Today’s demagogues are pushing the lie that A.I. and other advanced technologies can create eternal life and 2.0 humans that become their own god. Therefore, heaven is a fantasy and hell is a fictitious place that can be dismissed. Yet Jesus spoke of hell at least 20...
The Power of Obedience

The Power of Obedience

Do you believe Jesus understands the needs of your life?  In my view, the story of the coin in the fish’s mouth not only proves that Jesus understands our practical necessities, but that he orchestrates every detail.  It is interesting to me that this...
God—Encourager & Protector

God—Encourager & Protector

It is easy to become discouraged when we see things happening in this world that make no logical sense. But we can be confident that God is our rescuer, for He is in control and wants us encouraged, trusting, and filled with faith. When I think about encouragement and...
Build Yourself Up

Build Yourself Up

When I was young in my faith and needed encouragement, I would look for it in others.  I can remember hoping that someone would call me or indicate that they were praying for me.  As I have grown in the Lord, I have learned that God expects me to encourage...