Character and obedience always matter first to God. “Joseph, [Mary’s] husband, being a just man . .” Matthew 1:19 NKJV. Joseph is little noticed and under-appreciated in the Christmas drama. Yet God chose Joseph just as carefully as Mary. The Bible says that God saw, “Joseph, [Mary’s] husband, was a […]
Simple Faith Faith is not an option but it is a daily choice. “Now faith . . is the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1 NKJV. Life cannot be successfully navigated without simple faith, but that is not as simple as you might first expect. Life can become complicated. […]
“Choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve.” Joshua 24:15 NIV. When your decision to serve God is irrevocable, every choice is simpler. My thoughts and comments today are about “wise decision making.” Life is about choices, and choices are not without consequence; wise choices are for your benefit […]
“O God . . you have relieved me in my distress.” Psalm 4:1 NKJV “In distress, you have to do something that holds some hope of helping; try God.” My thoughts today are about “distress.” How would you describe distress? Distress is a disappointment, concern, or difficulty taken to its […]
“Why are we sitting here until we die?” 2 Kings 7:3 NKJV “When continuing as you are is not an option, doing nothing is not a solution.” My thoughts today are about “a better option.” Have you ever heard the saying, “between a rock and hard place?” Jonathan and his […]