Giving Thanks

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “For this is God’s will for you.” You know, I’m taking this time to take a break from my ten ways to love videos because I want to share about this. Thanksgiving isContinue reading “Giving Thanks”

Humble, Gentle, Patient, Loving

Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Ephesians 4:2 To be humble is to show a modest or low estimate of one’s own importance. It is not to be proud, arrogant, or haughty. If you look up it’s synonyms, you will see “meek,” “modest,” and “submissive.” To be gentleContinue reading “Humble, Gentle, Patient, Loving”

Where Are You Staying?

How often do your prayers sound similar to this: “Father, be with me today. I need you by my side, to feel your presence. I’m going to do *this thing* today, and I need you for it. I’m facing *this something* and don’t know if I can do it alone. So, please, just come alongsideContinue reading “Where Are You Staying?”

Mercy

“Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.” Proverbs 28:13 Finds Mercy. Huh. It’s human nature to try and hide our sins, isn’t it? To overlook them as “little mistakes.” It kind of reminds me of a kid and a forbidden cookie jar. A kid takesContinue reading “Mercy”

The Prodigal Son’s Brother.

The prodigal son is a very popular story in the Bible. Almost everyone can say that at one time they were that younger son that went away and lived it up Satan’s way. I feel like it is common to hear people say that, anyway. And for most it is true. But can I beContinue reading “The Prodigal Son’s Brother.”