by Joy Bollinger | Encouragement, Faith
What determines the value of a person? The world associates a person’s “value” with monetary worth, usefulness, importance, significance, intelligence, appearance, popularity, behavior, and sadly—skin color. However, God sees each person as having great value because...
by Joy Bollinger | Christian Living, Faith, Perseverance
In a world that has so much negativity, hostility, violence, and hatred, it is tempting to focus on what we see, read, and hear. The enemy of our soul would have us succumb to discouragement, which breeds fear, doubt, unbelief, frustration, and anger. However, God...
by Joy Bollinger | Encouragement, Faith, Trusting God
Recently, Michael and I were running errands. As we were going through the stores, I saw many who were wearing masks but many were not. And social distancing, for the most part, was being ignored. Although there are differing opinions regarding these extra...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, Prayer & Praying
Recently, we experienced heavy rains and high winds that blew the outdoor carpet, forming a perfect tunnel. I was in the kitchen preparing dinner when I was suddenly startled by loud banging. I turned to see a squirrel, that had apparently accessed the porch by...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, Obedience, Trusting God
Has God ever asked you to do something for which you felt totally unqualified? As a result, you held back, fearing failure, or offending someone, or making a fool of yourself. You might have even argued with God and told Him to find someone who would be better suited...
by Joy Bollinger | Faith, LOVE
Recently, I was challenged by a person who does not believe that those who curse Israel will be cursed and those who bless Israel will be blessed. Unfortunately, this person is among many Christians and non-Christians who believe in replacement theology, which asserts...
