Bearing One Another

What does it mean to bear with one another? Should we only bear with others so long as it doesn’t cost us anything? Should we only bear when it is convenient? How do we want others to bear with us when we make mistakes or are wrong? Bearing with one another is challenging. It requiresContinue reading “Bearing One Another”

We Cannot Out Give God

How often do you worry about money? Are there times you are unsure if you can pay bills? Are you seeking ways to make more money? Do you struggle to give to charities? Are you struggling to give back to God? Have you considered giving back to God should be a priority? Many people struggleContinue reading “We Cannot Out Give God”

No Fear of Death

Are you afraid of dying? Do you have no fear of dying, just the fear of the process? Many people are afraid of dying. They have a fear of the unknown. They are not sure what happens after death. Or they simply don’t want to leave this world. They are afraid they will miss something.Continue reading “No Fear of Death”

Sanctuary

What comes to mind when you hear the word sanctuary? Do you think of a wildlife preserve set aside for endangered species? Do you think of a place to rest, talk with others, and to feel safe? Do you think of a church sanctuary where you go to worship on Sunday mornings? The word sanctuaryContinue reading “Sanctuary”

God Protects

Who built your house? Do you trust that it was built correctly and will withstand the storms of the world? Who protects the town or city where you live? Are they all trustworthy people? How can you aid in the strength of your house? How can you aid in the protection of your town? WeContinue reading “God Protects”

Future Impact

Have you considered how God might be using you? Have you thought how he might use your children or grandchildren? What if God is using us to set up something wonderful two or three or four generations down the road? What if you never know how God is using you? God works out his planContinue reading “Future Impact”

Planting and Watering

Do you like to garden? Does it feel good to get your hands dirty, digging in the soil to plant vegetables or flowers? Do you like tending to the plants, fertilizing and watering them? Have you considered how that applies to your faith? Planting and tending to a vegetable garden takes time and energy. ManyContinue reading “Planting and Watering”

Act Wisely

What does it mean to you to answer a question wisely? When someone acknowledges you have answered wisely, do you feel good? Are you appreciative that they noticed? Does it encourage you to answer wisely again? Is this true when you give an answer about God? We take a variety of tests as we progressContinue reading “Act Wisely”

The Greatest Commandments

Jesus gives us the two greatest commandments. We often shorten them to “love God and love your neighbor.” That is fine for a quick response or quick recall to our minds, but are we failing to remember the full meaning of those commandments by doing so? Read today’s passage slowly. Concentrate on each word. BreakContinue reading “The Greatest Commandments”

Be Redeemed

Are you looking for good things? Do you want the best for you and your family? Do you the best available to you? Do you know eternal redemption is available for everyone? Do you it is because Jesus Christ came to be the perfect Lamb of God, to give Himself up to save the world?Continue reading “Be Redeemed”