by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ, Worry
Scripture reading: Matthew 6:28-33 We have two lilies in the flower bed in front of our home. Living in Florida, it is a challenge to keep any kind of flowers growing well. We can have long periods without rain and blazing hot sunshine during the long summer days. The...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Doubt
Scripture reading: Matthew 14:24-31 This passage of Scripture offers a valuable lesson on faith. It is a comforting passing because we see that Jesus has the power to calm the storms of life and has command over the impossible. On the other hand, it is a hard passage...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Christian Perfection, Following Christ
If you asked anyone whether it was better to be happy or sad/grumpy, most people if not all would say “happy.” Should we, then, pursue happiness as our goal? How do we know if we truly are happy? What does it mean or look like to be happy? Can we be happy all the...
by admin | Nov 23, 2014 | Following Christ, Relationships
Scripture reading: Malachi 2:16, Luke 6:27-35 The selection of Scripture readings is not intended to be oxymoronic or sarcastic. “For I hate divorce … love your enemies.” Read on, and you will understand why the two readings were selected. In Luke 6 we have, if ever...
by admin | Oct 22, 2014 | Trust
John 6:10 Jesus said, “Have the people sit down.” Now there was much grass in the place. So the men sat down, in number about five thousand. Exodus 14:13 But Moses said to the people, “Do not fear! Stand by and see the salvation of the LORD which He will accomplish...