Sometimes we are hesitant to do a new thing because we don’t think that we can do it. But once we see this new thing done by someone else, we gain confidence and may try to do it ourselves. Matthew 28:5-6 says, “But the angel said to the women, ‘Do not be afraid, for IContinue reading “Seeing What Is Possible”
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Do Not Be Afraid
Unafraid of Bad News
Most of us have experienced times when we were afraid of some bad news. It could be potential layoffs at work, possible bad news at the doctor’s office, or a general fear of world events. Sometimes, we are able to make plans to work through a solution. But at other times the fears grow asContinue reading “Unafraid of Bad News”
Remembered Forever
Seeing Through To Other Side
I have driven through many storms,as we all have. Sometimes, the storms are so bad that I wasn’t able to see very far in front of my car. The fears rose as I struggled to find a place of safety. Matthew 14 tells the story of Jesus feeding the 5000 from only five loaves andContinue reading “Seeing Through To Other Side”
Sailing Through Storms
Seeing Beyond Our Circumstances
II Kings 6 tells the story of the war between the King of Syria and the King of Israel. The prophet, Elisha, had been warning the King of Israel about an ambush set up by the King of Syria. Frustrated, the King of Syria sent forces to surround Elisha in order to bring him toContinue reading “Seeing Beyond Our Circumstances”
“Open His Eyes”
Trust Versus Fear
Suppose you are driving down a rural highway through the mountains. You are enjoying the views and not paying much attention to your speed. Then, you see a police car. Your automatic reaction is to look at your speedometer and slow down, no matter at what speed you are currently driving. Why is that? ItContinue reading “Trust Versus Fear”
Reluctant Retiree 