Consider a diabetic, while he may love seemingly harmless sweets, they can potentially kill him. Although they may be easily accessible, he realizes that he doesn't NEED sweets and can do without. He sacrifices eating them (which would satisfy his momentary needs) in order to have a better quality of life in the long run. Mathew 7:14 speaks… Continue reading Straight and Narrow
Category: Spiritual
The Greatest Love Story
No other love compares to His.
Dear Enemy
Many things in life are "easier said than done", loving your enemies is one of those things. So, here is my attempt at practicing what I preach: To whom it may concern, To those who I can't stand and those who can't stand me. To the people who I've offended and those that have offended me. To… Continue reading Dear Enemy
1 out of 10
As a child, I recall praying when I was in trouble or had a major test. If God had caller ID, He would've seen my number repeatedly. The problem is I can't recall thanking Him as much as I ask, which is an issue because He always gives more than requested. In today's passage, Jesus healed… Continue reading 1 out of 10
Who’s the Judge?
I've found many people throughout my life, who refuse to believe in The Word and salvation because of previous bad experiences with other believers. See here's the thing, there's a difference between being a believer in Christ and a follower of Him. Followers of Christ understand that in being like Him, we reach out rather than point out.… Continue reading Who’s the Judge?
Too Ugly
I remember once being told no one could love me because of my physique. Those words marked me for years. I heard them resounding in my head every time I felt ugly, until I read Psalms 139:14; "fearfully and wonderfully made". Today's verse serves as a reminder that we were made special, down to the… Continue reading Too Ugly
Epic Comeback
I confess I've done some things I'm not proud of; I've fallen deeper and harder than I'd ever expected. Yet in my disdain I've been able to continue trusting God and His will. Anyone can have faith when times are good, but it takes true conviction to say like Micah "...I will rise again..." Get ready… Continue reading Epic Comeback
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