by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living, God's Word
As I was meditating on Luke 23: 32-43, I was captivated by some startling similarities found with the two criminals and today’s sin-laden culture. Let us start with the Scripture that describes the conversation between two thieves that hung on either side of Jesus,...
by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living
Recently, I was asked, “Why is it wrong to use profanity and who or what determines that a particular word is profane?” Unfortunately, the proliferation of profanity has become a normal part of Generation Z (ages 6-24), Gen Y.1 (ages 25-29), Gen Y.2 (ages 30-39) and...
by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living
This year is the perfect opportunity to till the soil of our heart and plant seeds of trust that create an unwavering faith in the Lord. For God is calling us, His Church, to trust Him, believe His Word, and allow His Spirit to guide us in our daily lives. He warns us...
by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living
The 2020 pandemic brought an unprecedented challenge to the world. Many battle-wearied people have asked, “When will this be over? Will we ever return to a normal life?” However, Jesus said, “These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as...
by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; Trust in Him, and He will act” (Psalm 37:4-5). I have read the above scripture many...
by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living, Prayer & Praying, Spiritual Warfare
Peter gave this warning, “Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8). Paul said, “We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this...