The Bible says that we are citizens of heaven (Philippians 3:20). That we are only "temporary residents and foreigners" of this world. (1 Peter 2:11) And as Christians, we probably feel like we're out of place when we hear of the things going on in the world... in our country. We feel like we don't … Continue reading Citizens of heaven
Month: February 2013
Changing the rules
For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. (2 Timothy 4:3 NLT) There is a popular saying that's been around a long time..."Love the sinner. … Continue reading Changing the rules
Spread the news
The Old Testament prophets had quite a calling. Delivering God's message to people that often didn't like what they heard and persecuted them because of it. Jeremiah spent his days announcing Gods wrath and judgement and because of that, he was hated by most. They didn't like the bad news they were hearing about their … Continue reading Spread the news
Good things in…good things out
Immoral messages and images abound in the world today. Not even the "family hour" of evening T.V. is safe anymore. To even imagine how much worse it could get is scary. The "slippery slope" of blurred boundaries suddenly became a "black diamond" hill that we're careening down ... not sure how to stop. To think … Continue reading Good things in…good things out
Where my hope comes from
I am not studied in Christian apologetics (defense of the faith) - but I know it is important to be able to answer the question: "Why is your way the right way?" The most basic answer to me is that I just know. I know because I feel peace, contentment and joy that is not … Continue reading Where my hope comes from
Mom's Devotions 