Tag: Christian Living
Where Is God When I’m Suffering?
I have been asked this question more than once. It’s not hard to feel alone in our suffering. When we are suffering, it is easy to feel as if no one knows or cares how we feel. Sometimes this may be true, sometimes not, but we have the promise of God that He never leaves… Read more
Jesus Is Praying For You
I don’t know about you, but the idea that Jesus is praying for me is one of the most amazing thoughts…ever. Many people have told me they are praying for me, and I appreciate every one of the people and the prayers, but to think that Jesus Himself, sitting at the right hand of His… Read more
Don’t Kid Yourself
“Let’s be honest with God.” We hear that statement a lot, and yes, it’s true, we should never be dishonest with God. It’s not like we can deceive someone who literally knows everything anyway. Trying to hide something from the Almighty is an exercise in futility, just ask Adam and Eve. The key to getting… Read more
The Spiritual Dilemna of Forgiveness
Years ago, though I do not remember exactly when and where, I heard a definition of grace that would cement itself into my memory. That definition stated, “Grace is the unmerited favor of God.” Grace is the action of God extending His favor in spite of the fact that our behavior had not merited… Read more
Bitter Seeds
In Hebrews 12:14-16 the writer warns us about a “root of bitterness”. The thing about roots is that they usually produce fruits. In this case, defilement, immorality and unwise decisions can be the result of letting the roots grow unchecked. However, the issue is really the seeds. Most people do not plant these… Read more
Can’t We All Just Get Along?
The Old Testament story of Joseph has always been one of my favorite stories. Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers, sentenced to prison for a crime he did not commit, and was troubled on every side, but God was with Joseph in every trial and brought him through every struggle. Joseph stayed true… Read more
Is God’s Grace Flowing Through You?
Ephesians 2:8,9 clearly states that we are saved by grace. Grace is the unmerited favor that our Lord and Savior bestowed upon us, when he saved us from our sinful life. No matter what we had been or done, he was willing to save us. The apostle Paul stated that he was the chiefest of… Read more