Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me. For I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. – Matthew 11:28-30 BeforeContinue reading “The Yoke”
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The Stars and I
When I consider Your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon, and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? – Psalm 8: 3-4 It always stumps me just to think of how much God truly loves us,Continue reading “The Stars and I”
The Book of Ruth
The book of Ruth is easily one of my favorite books in the Bible. There are many reasons why I love this book, some of which include the acceptance given, the relationships established, the actions taken, the Godly characteristics, and the purpose of life. To me, it is so much more than that simple littleContinue reading “The Book of Ruth”
Knock Knock Knock
When I clean, I like listening to my music. Now, my music taste can range from rock to classical, to boyband. There is not just one genre I listen to. But boybands are the music genre I get embarrassed to admit that I like. I love Nsync, 98 Degrees, Boyz II Men, The Wanted, BigContinue reading “Knock Knock Knock”
Stepping Out of Our Comfort Zone
Who is your favorite person in the Bible aside from Jesus? Whenever I am asked that question, I always seem to have a different answer. David, Ruth, Boaz, Esther, Daniel, Peter, John the apostle, John the Baptist, Stephen. But the two biggies for me are Moses and Paul. There are many, many reasons why theseContinue reading “Stepping Out of Our Comfort Zone”
Put On Your Clothes!
You know that moment when it is early in the morning and you are lying in bed as your alarm is going off? You do not want to get up, but you know you have to whether it be for work, school, maybe even an appointment. But what do you do once you turn offContinue reading “Put On Your Clothes!”
Pure in Heart
The very first verse I have ever memorized in the Bible is Matthew 5:8. It is one of the Beatitudes that Jesus gave in the Sermon on the Mount: Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. I memorized this verse back when I was just starting to get closer to God.Continue reading “Pure in Heart”
Psalm 100
I have been reading through the book of Psalms and I recently read Psalm 100. This psalm is to give grateful praise to our Father. I think I am going to make it a point to memorize it. It is so rich, beautiful, and true. Honestly, a lot went through my mind when I wasContinue reading “Psalm 100”
God’s Help in the Past
It is no secret that at times we can become bummed, depressed, distressed, or just in a downer. This can be caused by many things, often of which are hard times. No, I am not just talking about financially, though for some it just maybe that. For others, it may be a hard time withContinue reading “God’s Help in the Past”
Bless the Lord
I find that it is important to tell God just how amazing he is. It is important to reflect with God on everything he has done, to recognize his greatness and goodness; to just praise him. Last night I did just that in prayer. It led me to wonder why. I wondered why he didContinue reading “Bless the Lord”