Attitudes of a Christ Follower
The Beatitudes are a glimpse of the way Christ lived His life as a man. I believe that is the WAY that He would have us demonstrate our faith. There is a building of spiritual traits, each one building upon the one before it. Let’s start with the first one and touch on each one. […]
No … Not That!
God’s firm “No” or “Yes” is one thing, but when He says, “Wait”, I want to protest. “PLEASE don’t ask me to wait! That’s too hard…” Patience, one of the Spirit’s fruit is, sadly, lacking in me. James 1:3, 4 “…the trying of your faith works patience. But LET patience have her perfect work, that […]
‘Vengeance is Mine,’ says the Lord
Is God’s vengeance different from what our vengeance would look like? When reading the Psalms and learning that David asked God to wipe his enemies off the face of the earth, we see quite a contrast with how Jesus teaches us to pray for our enemies and to “do good to those that despitefully use […]
Stinking Thinking?
“But…but…I thought…” Ever say that and discover that what you THOUGHT, was wholly inaccurate or untrue? I sure have! Thoughts become the basis for ideas, attitudes, actions, and beliefs. That’s why God’s Word says our minds must be renewed. (Romans 12:2) Thoughts can enslave and control the trajectory of every day. What we THINK about […]
Taste and See That The Lord is Good
Do I give off the sweet scent of the Spirit of God? Are my words and actions an invitation to “Taste and see that He is good”? Imagine walking through an orchard with ripe fruit hanging from the trees. The aroma beckons you to take one and eat it!