Tag Archives: salvation

Extremely Pleasing

You can please some of the people some of the time, but you cannot please all the people all the time. I feel like it is becoming more difficult to please people. People seem to be on edge and ready to lash out at others, rather than expecting good from other people. Psalm 98:1-2 says,Continue reading “Extremely Pleasing”

While Waiting

The day after Jesus was crucified, the disciples observed the Jewish Sabbath and waited. They were confused and bewildered, not having fully understood Jesus’ teaching about His resurrection. Their Lord had just been brutally killed and they didn’t know what to expect next, but hope remained. Titus 2:11-13 says, “For the grace of God hasContinue reading “While Waiting”

Carries Our Burdens

Today is Good Friday. Today commemorates the day that Jesus was crucified on the cross for our sins. Before His crucifixion, He was whipped and beaten. Then He was made to carry His cross up the hill toward Golgatha. Psalm 94:19 says, “When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.”Continue reading “Carries Our Burdens”

Wages Versus Gift

We all understand the difference between wages and gifts. Wages we earn through work. We expect to get paid for the work we have done. Gifts are generally freely given. Gifts come from loved ones and express love to us. Wages are earned while gifts are freely given and received. The act of gift givingContinue reading “Wages Versus Gift”

Uncertainty

We are surrounded by uncertainty and confusion. The political scene constantly provides drama and chaos. Financial uncertainty abounds with inflation and debt rising. Social interactions have become treacherous with insecurities and offenses. Fear wants to grab hold of us around every corner. God holds us in His hands and His plans for those of usContinue reading “Uncertainty”

Wearing Out

Each day I am well aware that my body is wearing out. It seems that every day I find something that I want to do but feel like I can’t anymore. I am not surprised at these revelations because it seems that everything wears out over time. That new car will eventually run down andContinue reading “Wearing Out”