Dec 1, 2022 | Christian Life, Prayer, Thankfulness
How many times did you hear as a child, “It’s better to give than to receive”? Perhaps from a parent or grandparent or favorite aunt or uncle. Usually, it preceded trips to the shopping mall to buy Christmas or birthday presents. As a child, it can be challenging to...
Jun 13, 2022 | Christian Life, Evil & Satan & Sin
“We’re only human … that’s why we sin.” Think back on the past week. How many times have you heard these words? Once? Twice? Three times? The excuse seems so innocent, compassionate even, yet we must stop saying these words; they sting God’s ears....
Apr 1, 2021 | Bible Study Sneak Peeks (Excerpts), Follow Christ (Count the Cost), Sacrifice, Suffering
On a moonlit night at the garden of Gethsemane many years ago, blood, sweat, and tears poured forth from Jesus’s body as He prayed – but something else penetrated the veil of darkness that night: the sweet aroma of Mary’s perfume … In Old...
Apr 12, 2020 | Eternity & Heaven & Hell, Forgiveness, Sacrifice
Have you ever forgiven a loved one who wronged you and said they were sorry? It’s difficult, but to save the relationship, often we find it in our heart to forgive – especially if the other person is sincerely sorry. But how about the person who wrongs you and is not...