Look past your pain to find God’s help. “If any of you lacks wisdom, ask God, Who gives generously to all.” James 1:5 NIV. My thoughts and comments today are about, “ When Life Goes Awry.” Life does not always go well. And when it doesn’t, you either react or […]
“The High and Lofty One Who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy.” Isaiah 57:15 NKJV. When your faith struggles, bolster it with truth. My thoughts and comments today are about “the power of praise.” Feelings of distance need not suggest God’s disinterest. There are times when you feel God is […]
“Our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory revealed in us.” Romans 8:18 NIV. God redeems your pain to accomplish His purposes, which are eternal. My comments and considerations today are about, “the problem and purpose of pain.” We can all agree; pain is a problem. Pain is […]
“God blesses those who are persecuted because they live for God.” Matthew 5:10 NKJV. The magnificence of God’s blessing will outweigh your pain. My thoughts and comments today are about “being worthy.” Unfortunately, maltreatment is not uncommon in a hurting and unkind world. Don’t be shocked when it happens. It […]
“I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people.” Luke 2:10 NKJV. Joy releases rejoicing, and rejoicing increases joy. My thoughts and comments today are about “joy and rejoicing.” For many years, our congregational welcome of the Christmas season has been with exuberant joy, expressing […]