Goodbye 2020! What a year it's been. We were all so full of hope and expectation last January, but things didn't turn out like we expected. But through all the struggles and losses of 2020, there is still much …
facing challenges
Running to Meet Goliath
"David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet the Philistine." I Samuel 17:48 You probably learned the story of David and Goliath as a kid, just as I did: "Young lad defeats giant with slingshot." It has become a …
The Healing Power of Forgiveness
"Then Peter came up and said to him, 'Lord, how often will by brother sin against me, and I forgive him? As many as seven times?' Jesus said to him, 'I do not say to you, up to seven times but seventy times …
Being Grateful when People Reject Your Purpose
It's easy to be grateful when good things happen. Just like it's easy to love the folks who love you. But what about when things don't go the way you want, or worse, when there is outright resistance, opposition, and …
What Are Your Spiritual Goals for the New Year?
But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen." II Peter 3:18 January is well underway and the holidays seem long behind us. Did …
Facing Your Challenges Head-on
Don’t Run Away From Your Challenges: Face Them and Go to Meet Them Head-on! “Jesus…went forth with his disciples over the brook Cedron, where was a garden, into the which he entered, and his disciples.” John …
