Tag Archives: ChristJesus

Straining Forward

Philippians 3:13-14 says, “But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” How sad it is to watch someone wasting their life by wandering aimlessly without goals. It is alsoContinue reading “Straining Forward”

Choosing Stones

When our grandson was younger, he took an interest in stones. Whether he was on an active search for stones or just casually walking around, a stone would catch his eye and he would take it home and give it a place of honor. To be honest, many of his precious stones looked ordinary andContinue reading “Choosing Stones”

Faithful Relationships

It is funny how relationships change over the years. Strong relationships at one point in time may weaken or neglected as we age, move, and change jobs. Even relationships within families can change due to different roles as we mature. I Corinthians 1:9 says, “God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowshipContinue reading “Faithful Relationships”

Lies and Truth

Jesus said that Satan was a liar and the father of lies. Our minds are filled with these lies. The world and the evil one constantly tell us that we are unloved. The truth is that our Father in heaven has loved us since before the foundation of the world. We may think that weContinue reading “Lies and Truth”

Opening Doors

Often, we are invited into someone’s home. Other times we may choose to visit someone’s home. When the doors open, you can feel whether or not we are truly welcome. Does the door open to warm greetings and invitations or does it open to an unexplained coldness? The door that opens to unity is oneContinue reading “Opening Doors”

Hopelessness

Homelessness is a human tragedy that affects the body, soul, and spirit of people. The homeless person is often caught in a cycle of discouragement and fear. Hopelessness is also a human tragedy that adversely affects the body, soul, and spirit. The hopeless person is also caught in a cycle of discouragement and fear. IContinue reading “Hopelessness”