The Weak Break the Strong
I recently heard the phrase the weak break the strong and realized just how true the statement is. While often the abuser appears to be the one that is strong, that person is the one…
Behind the Hymn: Moment by Moment
Moment by Moment was another hymn written by Major Daniel Webster Whittle. He is also the author of I Know Whom I Have Believed. Ira Sankey recounted that while at the World’s Fair in Chicago,…
Gifts of the Spirit: Leadership and Administration
We are exploring our spiritual gifts. One of these gifts is leadership and administrator. There are some who are natural born leaders and others who are followers. Leadership—Romans 12:8 describes leadership as “he that ruleth”…
Knowing Our Limits
Recently, we had a cook out at work and although I had numerous topping options, it was still not enough. I have had to learn when to say enough is enough. I have always…
Hall of Faith: Mary, Always Had Faith
No one mentioned in the New Testament is actually listed in the Hall of Faith. However, there are some in the New Testament that definitely deserves to be in the New Testament. More than anyone…
When You Are Angry At God
Last week, we discussed being alone and I shared to turn to God during that time. However, what happens when you are angry at God? If you’ve never been angry at God then bless you.…
Behind the Hymn: I Know Whom I Have Believed
I Know Whom I Have Believed was written by Major Daniel Webster Whittle. Daniel Webster Whittle was born on November 22, 1840 in Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts. He was named for the politician and founder of…
Gifts of the Spirit: Miracles and Healing
Working of Miracles—1 Corinthians 12:28 says “then miracles”. When we think of miracles the first miracles that usually come to mind are those of Jesus. These miracles proved his power and that He was the…
How would you act if you worked for Jesus
Recently, while reading, the question appeared “how would you act if you worked for Jesus.” I gave this great thought. Then I realized, I do work for Jesus. No, I don’t work for a…
Hall of Faith: Jonah, the Rebellious
We all know the story of Jonah and the Whale. However, the story of how Jonah ended up in the whale is not as well known. The name Jonah means dove. “Now the word of…
When You Feel All Alone
There have been many times when I have felt all alone. During this time depression set in and I could not seem to shake it. This was greatest when I was in my abusive relationship,…
Behind the Hymn: Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus
Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus is another hymn where God used a tragedy for his good. In 1858, Dudley Atkins Tyng, an evangelist and abolitionist, had just finished preaching at a successful mission in…
Book Review: The Legacy by Michael Phillips
The Legacy is the final book by Michael Phillips in his Secrets of the Shetlands trilogy, following The Inheritance and The Cottage. The Inheritance set the scene, of an inheritance seeking the proper heir. In…
Worshiping through Tithing
We all know that the Bible calls for us to tithe 10% of our income back to Him as our first fruits. I know firsthand, how difficult this can be when living paycheck to paycheck. …
Gifts of the Spirit: Serving Others and Hospitality
We are looking at the spiritual gifts we are given. This week, we are going to focus on serving others and hospitality. Serving—Romans 12:6 says, “or ministry, let us give ourselves to our ministry”. Serving another is…
When all you can do is call on God
I have a dream of becoming a published author one day. I have several books completed, others in the works and numerous ideas for even more. I love to write and cannot seem to stop…
Hall of Faith: Hosea, was Obedient
Hosea was a prophet of God, who was called upon to live his life as a lesson and example for the nation of Israel. His obedience is why he belongs in the Hall of Faith.…
When you are cut off from all you know
While I was in my abusive relationship, I was cut off from my family and friends. This happened so slowly, that I did not even realize what was happening at first. So, how is a…