Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness
When we hold a newborn baby, we gently cradle the infant, this perfect gift from heaven. When a loved one is preparing to pass on, we sit beside that person’s bedside and gently hold his/her…
Zacharias and Elisabeth: They Were Good
In our series eyewitness to Christmas, we viewed the events of Christ birth from the view point of Mary, the Mother of Jesus and his earthly father, Joseph. But, there were many others that witnessed…
What Others Meant for Evil, God Uses for God
In the book of Genesis, Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers. However, God uses this to raise Joseph up and provide a provision in the drought. When he is reunited with his brothers,…
Faithful Heroes: Saint Patrick
Saint Patrick is one of the best known saints, because Saint Patrick’s Day is widely celebrated on the anniversary of his death. But, many who celebrate this day do not know about the life…
Pain Behind the Smile
There are times when I put on a bright smile, but inside my heart is breaking. This has happened more times than I can name through a variety of situations. When others ask how…
Behind the Song: Give Thanks with a Thankful heart
In honor of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, I thought we would look at the popular worship song Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart. Give Thanks was written in 1978 by Henry Smith. Henry Smith, Jr.…
Fruit of the Spirit: Faithfulness
I have had periods in my life when I was faithful and other periods when I was stubborn, hard headed and rebellious. When I was a rebel, my life ended up in shambles around my…
Do Not Worry About Tomorrow
Recently, I had a huge decision to make. However, I found myself worrying. I worried about a variety of scenarios that may take place. But, none of them have. If they do, God has proven…
Faithful Heroes: St. Augustine of Hippo
Augustine of Hippo is considered one of the most important Church Fathers in Western Christianity. One contemporary said of him, Augustine “established anew the ancient Faith.” Augustine was born in 354AD in Roman Africa. His…
Praying for Our Enemies
I previously shared why we should forgive those that hurt us. But God calls us to go even a step farther and pray for our enemies. Again, this is easier said than done. I have…
Behind the Hymn: Morning Has Broken
Morning Has Broken is a popular hymn that was written by Eleanor Farjeon. Farjeon was born on February 13, 1881 in London, England. She came from a literary family and was an author of children’s…
Fruit of the Spirit: Goodness
It’s easy to say “I’m good”, but what are we down deep when no one is looking. Those secret thoughts and actions that no one sees or knows about. Are they good? What would our…
When Fear is Bestowed in Us
I have had dealings with others that have led to insecurities. I had a job where the CEO sat as a Queen in her office. I’ll admit that although I am no longer there, even…
Faithful Heroes: Saint Perpetua
We have been taking a look at those mentioned in the Hall of Faith, found in Hebrews 11. We began with those Paul mentioned by name, moved to those he described and finished with the…
Clearing the Air with our loved ones
After two decades of struggling and bad decisions, healing and transforming my life has taken almost a decade. I’m far from perfect and still have many areas in which I am continuing to work and…
Behind the Hymn: Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise was written by Walter Chalmers Smith, a pastor of the Free Church of Scotland. Smith was born on December 5, 1824 in Aberdeen, Scotland. He studied at the University…